NASW is Here for You from Campus to

+ NASW is Here for You, from Campus to Career Duane Breijak, LMSW-Macro Director of Member Services & Development NASW-Michigan

+ Today’s Goals • Understand the Licensure Process in Michigan • Discuss the ASWB exam • Explore career resources, including job search and salary negotiation • Learn about NASW and tools to use in your professional career

+ NASW is your professional association. LARGEST GROUP OF SOCIAL WORKERS 132, 000 members 20, 000 student members 55 LOCAL CHAPTERS n Largest organization of professional social workers n 120, 000 members n 20, 000 student members n 55 local chapters – one in each state, plus US territory and international chapters n Great way to get connected to professional and resources in the field

+ Joining NASW as a student benefits you throughout your career. n News and information n Ethics and legal guidance n Advocacy efforts n Practice resources n Career resources n Malpractice insurance n Training and education n Building a professional network

+ Social Work Licensure • Is it ethical to practice without a license? • Social work licensure provides protection for the citizens of Michigan by ensuring qualified and competent practitioners • Licensure was enacted in 2005, changing the regulation of social work from title protection (registration) to the protection of the practice for qualified social workers through a license. • Licensure is extremely important and was a huge milestone for Michigan to achieve. – Michigan was one of the last two to get licensure – Michigan was the only state that did not require an exam to practice

+ License Types n Licensed Bachelors Social Worker (LBSW) n Limited License Bachelors Social Worker (LLBSW) n Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) n Limited License Masters Social Worker (LLMSW) n Clinical or Macro Practice designations available n Registered Social Services Technician (RSST) n Limited Social Services Technician (LSST)

+ Scope of Practice What can you do with your degree?

+ Before You Start Applying… Ask Yourself: 1. If you are a BSW, are you going to pursue your MSW degree? – YES: Do not apply for your license yet. **Exception: if your employer requires it. – NO: Proceed 2. Do you plan on staying in Michigan? – NO: Research licensure requirements for state you plan to move to. – YES: Proceed

+ Licensure Process Step 1 n Learn and understand the requirements and process of social work licensure in Michigan. n LARA - http: //www. michigan. gov/lara n Application materials n NASW-MI - www. nasw-michigan. org n Overall review of entire licensure process n ASWB - http: //www. aswb. org/ n Examination Dates

+ Licensure Process Step 2 n Graduate! n Apply for your Limited License – Thru LARA n Submit limited license application ($42. 40) n Get fingerprints taken (~$75) n Have school/University submit transcripts Ø Human Trafficking training requirement will be added for those applying after 2021 In order to accrue hours toward the experience requirements for a full license, individuals must hold a limited license.

+ Licensure Process Step 3 1. Complete the required work experience n 4000 hours 2. Obtain supervision by LMSW n One hour per week n Supervision is professional mentoring 3. Pass the exam ($230 -$260) n 170 multiple choice questions (only 150 count) n Additional webinars available on the NASW-Michigan website on the licensure exam These do NOT need to happen in any particular order. You will be doing them at the same time.

+ …almost done! Step 4 § Apply for your full license ($42. 40) (Once a limited licensee obtains their required work experience, supervision, and successfully passes the required exam, they can apply for their full license) § Supervisor(s) must send in supervision verification form

+ How About a Second License? n If I have the clinical license can I also get the macro license? Vice Versa? n n YES! 2, 040 Additional hours of work experience needed 50 or more hours of supervision with an LMSW in that area of practice Must take second exam

+ Once You’re Licensed n Renew every 3 years n Your first license may not be a complete cycle n n n Do not need the continuing education until your first full cycle 45 hours of continuing education (CEs) n 5 Ethics n 2 Pain Management Must complete a training on human trafficking n One time only training

+ Financial Recap

+ Be confident in your career. n Social work jobs database (largest in Michigan!) n Post your resume for employers (members only) n Sample resumes, cover letters, and interview questions n Social work career information n Review the Professional Development Booklet n NASW Michigan events - meet and learn from practicing social workers

+ From campus to career, NASW is here to help you succeed. Duane Breijak, LMSW-Macro Director of Member Services & Development dbreijak@nasw-michigan. org 517 -487 -1548, ex 15 www. socialworkers. org/join www. nasw-michigan. org Twitter: @nasw and @naswmi Facebook: www. facebook. com/socialworkers and /NASWMichigan

+ Social Work Licensure Exam n National exam with many versions n Owned by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) n Exam is taken on a computer from a Pearson Testing Center n Lots of test locations and times available BSW Exam- $230 MSW Exam- $260 n n

+ Social Work Licensure Exam 170 multiple choice questions n Only 150 count towards your score n 20 used for future test purposes n Must pass roughly 75% of questions on average n Every test is weighted slightly differently n Get 4 hours to complete exam n Special accommodations can be made if needed n

+ You will be notified immediately whether or not you have passed!

+ A Bit About The Exam n Types of questions n Direct questions or statements Case vignettes Look for the “stem” of the questions n The setting of the question n The level of the questions n n

+ Taking the Exam n Look for critical words: n Most, first, least, best, most, least likely n Use ASWB’s content outlines as a guide n Eliminate obvious wrong answers n Remember client safety is a first consideration n If you are in doubt, flag a question and come back n Don’t take too much time on one question n Your first inclination is usually right

+ What Does The Exam Test? n 3 basic cognitive abilities: n Recall – Most basic. Descriptions and definition of terms, situations n Application – Use of information in a specific setting. May include application of rules, laws, concepts, etc. n Reasoning – Most advanced questions. Involves individual judgment and analysis BSW exam focuses largely on recall questions and comprehension of knowledge

+ KSAs n Knowledge, Skills and Abilities n These statements describe the discrete knowledge components that may be tested in each part of the examination, and are the basis for individual test questions n See how each test is broken down by category n Ex. Human development diversity, ethics, assessment and planning, application of theory, methods, research methods and design, psychotherapy, etc.

+ Pass Rates* n BSW n 78% n MSW n Clinical – 78% n 16, 045 tests taken n Advanced Generalist – 59% n 163 tests taken *2017 Pass rates according to ASWB

+ Bachelors Exam Sample Question A client is referred to a social worker for sexual addiction issues. The social worker has limited experience with this issue and is the only social worker in the rural area. What should the social worker do FIRST? a) Refuse the case due to having inadequate experience b) Use substance addiction as a model for intervention c) Advise the client to travel to the nearest city for service d) Obtain consultation in this area of practice (From the ASWB Candidate Handbook)

+ Example Question: Recall The largest number of persons receiving public assistance in most states are: a) Single mothers b) Children less than eighteen-years-old c) Unemployed fathers d) Aged individuals

+ Example Question: Application A social worker maintains client records in a safe environment and only releases information as provided by law. The intent of these procedures is to protect: a) The client’s right of due process b) Client confidentiality c) Agency record requirements d) Self-determination by the client

+ Example Question: Reasoning An 18 -year old college student in treatment for anxiety and depression at a college counseling service tells a social worker that a teacher made a sexual advance. As a result, she has become uncomfortable in his class. How should the social worker first respond? a) Suggest that the student report the teacher to a department head b) Indicate that the student should drop the course c) Ask the student to clarify the allegation and describe the teachers’ behavior d) Clarify the student’s rights and the nature of the teacher’s responsibility to students

+ Exam Day Tips n Know where you are going n Be early n Take only your authorization letter and your driver’s licensure/photo ID n Make sure your name on your ID and your authorization form match n Read all of the questions n Don’t overanalyze the question, just read what’s there n If it doesn’t say it, don’t assume it

+ Studying Techniques n Do NOT cram n Know you own study habits n Pace yourself – studying 1 -2 hours per day, no more then 3 -4 days a week n Take sample tests n See what preparation your school offers before graduation n Flash cards n Organize a study group n Take a prep course

+ Technology Can Be Your Friend n NASW Michigan Facebook (‘NASW Michigan’) n Posts sample questions every week n Smart Phone Apps n SWQuiz. Lite n Free n 25 questions n ASBW –Upward Mobility n Have both clinical and Macro n $4. 99, 250+ questions

+ Study Guides n Use textbooks, coursepacks and notes from your social work courses n Code of Ethics – NASW n Social Work Dictionary – NASW Press – www. naswpress. org **Remember: Your objective is to pass – not to obtain a perfect score. Trust yourself and your knowledge.

+ Michigan Licensure Exam Institute n One day preparation course offered by NASW-Michigan n Next event will be in summer 2020 n $150 for members, $200 for non-members n Includes book with full sample test, study groups, additional prep materials “This is the third prep course I have taken, and I feel I learned more in the first hour of this course than the other two combined. ” “My anxiety level has decreased as I feel better equipped to take the test. The book was an invaluable resource as well. ”’ “I left the prep class feeling confident, knowledgeable, and with a plan of action. GREAT instruction with good tone, pace, clarity, vocabulary, and respect for attendees. ”

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+ Join NASW today. n Your voice, passion, and advocacy are needed! n Save with discounts on: n Liability insurance n CE credits and training n Local and national conferences and events n Publications and resources, including the journal Social Work n Exclusive, reduced membership fees for students n Get a year’s worth of benefits for less than the cost of a month of cell phone service – or one latte per month

+ Stay a member, pay less in dues. n Reduced dues for 2 -3 years after graduation n NASW membership makes the transition to the professional world easier n n n n Learn workplace expectations Understand pursue state licensure Access career and on-the-job resources Receive discounts on Michigan workshops for 3 years after graduation Join or start a NPN Stay connected to the profession Become a leader in the field