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ASWB® exams · new format from August 3, 2026
ASWB exam prep for the 2026 format
Every ASWB exam moved to a new blueprint on August 3, 2026: 122 questions (110 scored), three content areas, and four hours to finish. Pick your exam.
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What changed in 2026
| Before August 3, 2026 | Since August 3, 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Questions | 170 (150 scored) | 122 (110 scored), two sections of 61 |
| Content areas | Four | Three: Values and Ethics; Assessment and Planning; Intervention and Practice |
| Time | 4 hours | 4 hours |
Source: ASWB Examination Guidebook (2026). ASWB® is a registered trademark of the Association of Social Work Boards; Baseline is not affiliated with ASWB.