Graduate School of Social Work
Licensure Preparation Study Sessions
About study sessions
GSSW's Licensure Preparation Study Sessions are an invaluable resource to individuals preparing for the social work licensing exam. For the past six years, there has been a significant pass rate increase for cram session attendees.
The course begins with a focus on thinking skills, strategies for test-taking and how to approach the exam questions. We'll spend time reviewing each of the four main knowledge/content areas:
- human development, diversity and behavior in the environment
- assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning
- psychotherapy, clinical interventions and case management
- professional ethics and values
After the content review for each section, the class will discuss the correct answer and rationale for each of 10-20 practice questions. This format will allow you to identify your strengths and weaknesses in answering questions. On Saturday afternoon, you'll have an opportunity to practice with questions from the Association of Social Work Boards group practice exam.
Schedule and location
Each session takes place on a single weekend: Friday night (5:30 - 8:30 p.m.) and Saturday (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.). All Denver study sessions are held at Craig Hall, where signs will direct students to the appropriate room. A biannual study session is also held in Durango, Colo.
Friday night pizza and Saturday snacks will be provided. Please come comfortably dressed and ready to work hard!
Remaining 2013 Sessions:
August 9-10 2013
September 13-14 2013
October 11-12 2013
November 8-9 2013
Probable 2014 Sessions:
January 11-12, 2014
February 7-8, 2014
March 14-15, 2014
April 11-12, 2014
May 16-17, 2014
July 12-13, 2014 - Denver
July 12-13, 2014 - Durango
Registration for 2014 is not yet open. Check back later in the year.
Licensure preparation faculty
Haley Figueroa, MSW, LCSW
Nancy Lucero, PhD, LCSW
Cost and registration
The fee for each Licensure Preparation Study Session is $275.
You may register online using a credit card. Space in each session is limited, so we ask that you pick the date you plan to attend. However, if you find that you must attend a later session instead, or if you wish to repeat the study session once or more during the year, your registration fee entitles you to do so if there is still space available. If you are interested in repeating the session, please contact the Program Coordinator (303-871-3615) at least three days prior to the session to enquire about space and request a reservation.
Refunds are available within one month of payment, provided that you have not yet attended any sessions.
We shall make every reasonable effort to provide services for folks with disabilities. Any special requests should be made at least two weeks in advance to ensure adequate arrangements. Requests can be made to the Program Coordinator at 303-871-3615.
Additional information
For more information about the process for obtaining your social work license, visit the NASW Colorado Chapter's Licensure Webpage and click on "Licensure Flow Chart."