On December 11, 2025, the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) posted news on the launch of new social work licensing examinations, beginning in August of 2026. The full news article can be reviewed on the ASWB website at: https://www.aswb.org/upcoming-changes-to-the-social-work-licensing-exams/

Additionally, more information on the exam development process behind these changes can be found at https://www.aswb.org/exam/measuring-social-work-competence/putting-the-candidate-experience-at-the-center-of-exam-development/

If individuals have questions concerning the ASWB licensing examinations, representatives from ASWB can be contacted at 888-579-3926