Social Work ASWB Masters Exam Guide 2nd Edition by Dawn Apgar, ISBN-13: 978-0826147110
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- Publisher: Springer Publishing Company; 2nd edition (October 20, 2017)
- Language: English
- 446 pages
- ISBN-10: 0826147119
- ISBN-13: 978-0826147110
Updated to reflect ASWB’s revised 2018 test blueprint used for test construction.
Written by a renowned social work educator rather than an unknown at a test preparation company, this thoroughly updated guide helps readers identify their weak areas so they know what to focus on to pass the ASWB Masters licensure exam! Reviewers applaud the book’s unique test-taking tips and strategies, which are based on the author’s extensive knowledge of the exam. A thorough review of the four content areas of the updated Masters exam is provided. The 170-question practice test with explanations of the correct answers mirrors the actual exam in length and structure. This invaluable guide has been praised by social workers across the country as essential to passing the ASWB Masters Exam on the first attempt!
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
- Updated to reflect ASWB’s revised 2018 test blueprint used for test construction
- Written by a renowned social work educator who has helped thousands of test takers pass the exam through her invaluable workshops
- Provides a thorough content review of the four core areas of the updated Masters examination: human development, diversity, and behavior in the environment; assessment and intervention planning; interventions with clients/client systems; and professional relationships, values and ethics
- Readers applaud the invaluable tips for how to read the questions, overcome test anxiety, avoid common pitfalls, and assess one’s learning style, all of which help foster exam confidence
- Begins with a self-assessment to help identify areas of strength and weakness
- A full practice test with 170 questions that mirrors the actual ASWB Masters Exam in length, structure, and content, with detailed explanations of the correct answers
- Identifies the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities statements (KSAs) for each question so test-takers can easily locate relevant source materials for further study
- Questions are distinct from those in the author’s second edition Social Work ASWB Masters Practice Test
Table of Contents:
Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Dedication
Contents
Preface
New in the Second Edition
Share Social Work ASWB® Masters Exam Guide: A Comprehensive Study Guide for Success, Second Edition
Introduction
About the Examination
10 Things That You Should Know About the ASWB Examinations
Test-Taking Strategies and Tips
10 Essential Strategies for Study Success
20 Tips You Need to Use to Answer Questions Correctly
Assessing Examination Difficulties
Dealing With Test Anxiety
Examination Content
Visual Learners
Auditory Learners
Kinesthetic or Hands-On Learners
Self-Assessment
Unit I: Human Development, Diversity, and Behavior in the Environment (27%)
1. Human Growth and Development
Theories of Human Development Throughout the Lifespan (e.g., Physical, Social, Emotional, Cognitive, Behavioral)
Social Development
Emotional Development
Cognitive Development
Behavioral Development
The Indicators of Normal and Abnormal Physical, Cognitive, Emotional, and Sexual Development Throughout the Lifespan
Child Development
Adolescent Development
Adult Development
Theories of Sexual Development Throughout the Lifespan
Theories of Spiritual Development Throughout the Lifespan
Theories of Racial, Ethnic, and Cultural Development Throughout the Lifespan
The Effects of Physical, Mental, and Cognitive Disabilities Throughout the Lifespan
The Interplay of Biological, Psychological, Social, and Spiritual Factors
Basic Human Needs
The Principles of Attachment and Bonding
The Effect of Aging on Biopsychosocial Functioning
The Impact of Aging Parents on Adult Children
Gerontology
Personality Theories
Biological
Behavioral
Psychodynamic
Humanist
Trait
Theories of Conflict
Factors Influencing Self-Image (e.g., Culture, Race, Religion/Spirituality, Age, Disability, Trauma)
Body Image and Its Impact (e.g., Identity, Self-Esteem, Relationships, Habits)
Parenting Skills and Capacities
Authoritarian Parenting
Authoritative Parenting
Permissive Parenting
Uninvolved Parenting
The Effects of Addiction and Substance Abuse on Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
Feminist Theory
The Impact of Out-of-Home Placement (e.g., Hospitalization, Foster Care, Residential Care, Criminal Justice System) on Clients/Client Systems
Basic Principles of Human Genetics
The Family Life Cycle
Family Dynamics and Functioning and the Effects on Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
Theories of Couples Development
The Impact of Physical and Mental Illness on Family Dynamics
Psychological Defense Mechanisms and Their Effects on Behavior and Relationships
Addiction Theories and Concepts
Substance Use Disorder
Non-Substance-Related Disorders
Goals of Treatment
Stages of Treatment
Treatment Approaches
Systems and Ecological Perspectives and Theories
Applications to Social Work
Some System Theory Terms
Role Theories
Theories of Group Development and Functioning
Key Concepts
Theories of Social Change and Community Development
The Dynamics of Interpersonal Relationships
Models of Family Life Education in Social Work Practice
Strengths-Based and Resilience Theories
The Impact of Stress, Trauma, and Violence
Crisis Intervention Theories
Theories of Trauma-Informed Care
The Impact of the Environment (e.g., Social, Physical, Cultural, Political, Economic) on Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
The Effects of Life Events, Stressors, and Crises on Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
Person-in-Environment (PIE) Theory
Communication Theories and Styles
Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic Approaches
Psychoanalytic Theory
Psychosexual Stages of Development
Individual Psychology
Self Psychology
Ego Psychology
Object Relations Theory
The Impact of Caregiving on Families
The Dynamics and Effects of Loss, Separation, and Grief
2. Concepts of Abuse and Neglect
Indicators and Dynamics of Abuse and Neglect Throughout the Lifespan
Indicators and Dynamics of Sexual Abuse
Indicators and Dynamics of Psychological Abuse and Neglect
Indicators and Dynamics of Physical Abuse and Neglect
The Effects of Physical, Sexual, and Psychological Abuse on Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
The Indicators, Dynamics, and Impact of Exploitation Across the Lifespan (e.g., Financial, Immigration Status, Sexual Trafficking)
The Characteristics of Perpetrators of Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
3. Diversity, Social/Economic Justice, and Oppression
The Effect of Disability on Biopsychosocial Functioning Throughout the Lifespan
The Effect of Culture, Race, and Ethnicity on Behaviors, Attitudes, and Identity
White American
American Indian/Alaska Native
Asian
African American
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
Hispanic/Latino
The Effects of Discrimination and Stereotypes on Behaviors, Attitudes, and Identity
The Influence of Sexual Orientation on Behaviors, Attitudes, and Identity
The Impact of Transgender and Transitioning Process on Behaviors, Attitudes, Identity, and Relationships
Systemic (Institutionalized) Discrimination (e.g., Racism, Sexism, Ageism)
The Principles of Culturally Competent Social Work Practice
Sexual Orientation Concepts
Gender and Gender Identity Concepts
Social and Economic Justice
The Effect of Poverty on Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
The Impact of Social Institutions on Society
Family
Religion
Government
Education
Economics
Criminal Justice Systems
The Impact of Globalization on Clients/Client Systems (e.g., Interrelatedness of Systems, International Integration, Technology, Environmental or Financial Crises, Epidemics)
Unit II: Assessment and Intervention Planning (24%)
4. Biopsychosocial History and Collateral Data
The Components of a Biopsychosocial Assessment
The Components and Function of the Mental Status Examination
Biopsychosocial Responses to Illness and Disability
Biopsychosocial Factors Related to Mental Health
Biological Factors
Psychological Factors
Social Factors
The Indicators of Psychosocial Stress
Basic Medical Terminology
The Indicators of Mental and Emotional Illness Throughout the Lifespan
The Types of Information Available From Other Sources (e.g., Agency, Employment, Medical, Psychological, Legal, or School Records)
Components of a Sexual History
Components of a Family History
Methods to Obtain Sensitive Information (e.g., Substance Abuse, Sexual Abuse)
The Indicators of Addiction and Substance Abuse
Signs of Drug Use
The Indicators of Somatization
Co-Occurring Disorders and Conditions
Symptoms of Neurologic and Organic Disorders
The Indicators of Sexual Dysfunction
Methods Used to Assess Trauma
The Indicators of Traumatic Stress and Violence
Common Psychotropic and Non-Psychotropic Prescriptions and Over-the-Counter Medications and Their Side Effects
Antipsychotics
Antimanic Agents (Mood Stabilizers)
Antidepressants
Antianxiety Drugs
Stimulants
Common Prescription Medications
5. Assessment Methods and Techniques
The Factors and Processes Used in Problem Formulation
Methods of Involving Clients/Client Systems in Problem Identification (e.g., Gathering Collateral Information)
Use of Collateral Sources
Techniques and Instruments Used to Assess Clients/Client Systems
Beck Depression Inventory
The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory
Myers–Briggs Type Indicator
Rorschach Inkblot Test
Stanford–Binet Intelligence Scale
Thematic Apperception Test
Wechsler Intelligence Scale
Methods to Incorporate the Results of Psychological and Educational Tests Into Assessment
Risk Assessment Methods
The Indicators and Risk Factors of the Client’s/Client System’s Danger to Self and Others
Danger to Self: Suicide
Danger to Others: Violence
Methods to Assess the Client’s/Client System’s Strengths, Resources, and Challenges (e.g., Individual, Family, Group, Organization, Community)
Methods to Assess Motivation, Resistance, and Readiness to Change
Methods to Assess the Client’s/Client System’s Communication Skills
Methods to Assess the Client’s/Client System’s Coping Abilities
The Indicators of Client’s/Client System’s Strengths and Challenges
Methods to Assess Ego Strengths
Placement Options Based on Assessed Level of Care
The Use of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association
The Indicators of Behavioral Dysfunction
Methods to Develop, Review, and Implement Crisis Plans
The Principles and Features of Objective and Subjective Data
Basic and Applied Research Design and Methods
Types of Research
Single-Subject Research
Data Collection and Analysis Methods
Methods to Assess Reliability and Validity in Social Work Research
6. Intervention Planning
Methods to Involve Clients/Client Systems in Intervention Planning
The Indicators of Motivation, Resistance, and Readiness to Change
Cultural Considerations in the Creation of an Intervention Plan
The Criteria Used in the Selection of Intervention/Treatment Modalities (e.g., Client/Client System Abilities, Culture, Life Stage)
The Components of Intervention, Treatment, and Service Plans
Psychotherapies
The Impact of Immigration, Refugee, or Undocumented Status on Service Delivery
Discharge, Aftercare, and Follow-Up Planning
Unit III: Interventions With Clients/Client Systems (24%)
7. Intervention Processes and Techniques for Use Across Systems
The Principles and Techniques of Interviewing (e.g., Supporting, Clarifying, Focusing, Confronting, Validating, Feedback, Reflecting Language Differences, Use of Interpreters, Redirecting)
The Phases of Intervention and Treatment
Problem-Solving Models and Approaches (e.g., Brief, Solution-Focused Methods or Techniques)
Short-Term Interventions
Methods to Engage and Motivate Clients/Client Systems
Methods to Engage and Work With Involuntary Clients/Client Systems
Methods to Obtain and Provide Feedback
The Principles of Active Listening and Observation
Verbal and Nonverbal Communication Techniques
The Concept of Congruence in Communication
Limit Setting Techniques
The Technique of Role Play
Role Modeling Techniques
Techniques for Harm Reduction for Self and Others
Methods to Teach Coping and Other Self-Care Skills to Clients/Client Systems
Client/Client System Self-Monitoring Techniques
Methods of Conflict Resolution
Crisis Intervention and Treatment Approaches
Methods and Approaches to Trauma-Informed Care
Anger Management Techniques
Relaxation Exercises
Cognitive Techniques
Communication Skills
Environmental Change
Stress Management Techniques
Cognitive and Behavioral Interventions
Steps in Cognitive Restructuring
Strengths-Based and Empowerment Strategies and Interventions
Client/Client System Contracting and Goal-Setting Techniques
Change Strategies
Partializing Techniques
Assertiveness Training
Task-Centered Approaches
Psychoeducation Methods (e.g., Acknowledging, Supporting, Normalizing)
Group Work Techniques and Approaches (e.g., Developing and Managing Group Processes and Cohesion)
Family Therapy Models, Interventions, and Approaches
Strategic Family Therapy
Structural Family Therapy
Bowenian Family Therapy
Couples Interventions and Treatment Approaches
The Impact of Out-of-Home Displacement (e.g., Natural Disaster, Homelessness, Immigration) on Clients/Client Systems
Permanency Planning
Mindfulness and Complementary Therapeutic Approaches
The Components of Case Management
Techniques Used for Follow-Up
The Elements of a Case Presentation
Methods to Develop and Evaluate Measurable Objectives for Client/Client System Intervention, Treatment, and/or Service Plans
Techniques Used to Evaluate a Client’s/Client System’s Progress
Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Prevention Strategies
Primary Prevention
Secondary Prevention
Tertiary Prevention
The Indicators of Client/Client System Readiness for Termination
Methods, Techniques, and Instruments Used to Evaluate Social Work Practice
Evidence-Based Practice
Case Recording for Practice Evaluation or Supervision
Consultation Approaches (e.g., Referrals to Specialists)
The Process of Interdisciplinary and Intradisciplinary Team Collaboration
The Basic Terminology of Professions Other Than Social Work (e.g., Legal, Educational)
The Principles of Case Recording, Documentation, and Management of Practice Records
8. Intervention Processes and Techniques for Use With Larger Systems
Methods to Establish Program Objectives and Outcomes
Methods to Assess the Availability of Community Resources
Methods of Service Delivery
Theories and Methods of Advocacy for Policies, Services, and Resources to Meet Clients’/Client Systems’ Needs
Methods to Create, Implement, and Evaluate Policies and Procedures That Minimize Risk for Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
Concepts of Social Policy Development and Analysis
Techniques to Inform and Influence Organizational and Social Policy
Knowledge/Innovation
Social, Political, and Economic Conditions/Resources
Legal Issues/Laws
Institutional Influences
External Influences
The Principles and Processes for Developing Formal Documents (e.g., Proposals, Letters, Brochures, Pamphlets, Reports, Evaluations)
Methods to Establish Service Networks or Community Resources
Community Organizing and Social Planning Methods
Methods of Networking
Techniques for Mobilizing Community Participation
Governance Structures
Theories of Organizational Development and Structure
Classical Organizational Theories
Neoclassical Theories
Modern Organizational Approaches
The Effects of Policies, Procedures, Regulations, and Legislation on Social Work Practice and Service Delivery
Quality Assurance, Including Program Reviews and Audits by External Sources
The Impact of the Political Environment on Policy-Making
Leadership and Management Techniques
Fiscal Management Techniques
Educational Components, Techniques, and Methods of Supervision
Methods to Identify Learning Needs and Develop Learning Objectives for Supervisees
The Effects of Program Evaluation Findings on Services
Methods to Evaluate Agency Programs (e.g., Needs Assessment, Formative/Summative Assessment, Cost Effectiveness, Cost-Benefit Analysis, Outcomes Assessment)
Unit IV: Professional Relationships, Values, and Ethics (25%)
9. Professional Values and Ethical Issues
Legal and/or Ethical Issues Related to the Practice of Social Work, Including Responsibility to Clients/Client Systems, Colleagues, the Profession, and Society
Professional Values and Principles (e.g., Competence, Social Justice, Integrity, and Dignity and Worth of the Person)
Techniques to Identify and Resolve Ethical Dilemmas
Essential Steps in Ethical Problem Solving
Client/Client System Competence and Self-Determination (e.g., Financial Decisions, Treatment Decisions, Emancipation, Age of Consent, Permanency Planning)
Emancipation and Age of Consent
Techniques for Protecting and Enhancing Client/Client System Self-Determination
The Client’s/Client System’s Right to Refuse Services (e.g., Medication, Medical Treatment, Counseling, Placement, etc.)
Professional Boundaries in the Social Worker–Client/Client System Relationship (e.g., Power Differences, Conflicts of Interest, etc.)
Self-Disclosure Principles and Applications
Legal and/or Ethical Issues Regarding Documentation
Legal and/or Ethical Issues Regarding Termination
Legal and/or Ethical Issues Related to Death and Dying
Research Ethics (e.g., Institutional Review Boards, Use of Human Subjects, Informed Consent)
Models of Supervision and Consultation (e.g., Individual, Peer, Group)
Individual
Peer Group
Facilitated Group
Ethical Issues in Supervision and Management
Methods to Create, Implement, and Evaluate Policies and Procedures for Social Worker Safety
The Supervisee’s Role in Supervision (e.g., Identifying Learning Needs, Self-Assessment, Prioritizing, etc.)
Accreditation and/or Licensing Requirements
Professional Development Activities to Improve Practice and Maintain Current Professional Knowledge (e.g., In-Service Training, Licensing Requirements, Reviews of Literature, Workshops)
10. Confidentiality
The Elements of Client/Client System Reports
The Principles and Processes of Obtaining Informed Consent
The Use of Client/Client System Records
Legal and/or Ethical Issues Regarding Confidentiality, Including Electronic Information Security
Legal and/or Ethical Issues Regarding Mandatory Reporting (e.g., Abuse, Threat of Harm, Impaired Professionals, etc.)
11. Professional Development and Use of Self
The Components of the Social Worker–Client/Client System Relationship
The Client’s/Client System’s Role in the Problem-Solving Process
The Social Worker’s Role in the Problem-Solving Process
Advocate
Broker
Change Agent
Counselor
Mediator
Methods to Clarify the Roles and Responsibilities of the Social Worker and Client/Client System in the Intervention Process
The Principles and Techniques for Building and Maintaining a Helping Relationship
Process of Engagement in Social Work Practice
The Concept of Acceptance and Empathy in the Social Worker–Client/Client System Relationship
The Dynamics of Power and Transparency in the Social Worker–Client/Client System Relationship
Ethical Issues Related to Dual Relationships
The Impact of Transference and Countertransference in the Social Worker–Client/Client System Relationship
The Impact of Domestic, Intimate Partner, and Other Violence on the Helping Relationship
Cycle of Violence
Guidelines for Interventions
The Dynamics of Diversity in the Social Worker–Client/Client System Relationship
The Effect of the Client’s Developmental Level on the Social Worker–Client Relationship
Social Worker Self-Care Principles and Techniques
Burnout, Secondary Trauma, and Compassion Fatigue
The Components of a Safe and Positive Work Environment
Professional Objectivity in the Social Worker–Client/Client System Relationship
The Influence of the Social Worker’s Own Values and Beliefs on the Social Worker–Client/Client System Relationship
Time Management Approaches
The Impact of Transference and Countertransference Within Supervisory Relationships
The Influence of the Social Worker’s Own Values and Beliefs on Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Practice Test
170-Question Practice Test
Answers
Evaluation of Results
Index
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