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Full-Length ASWB & NCE Practice Exams

40 timed practice exams that simulate the real testing experience. Complete with detailed score reports and performance analytics. Updated for the 2026 ASWB changes.

Practice exams by exam type

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

10

Exams

170

Questions

4 hours

Time Limit

Focus: Clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, psychotherapy, crisis intervention

LMSW

Licensed Master Social Worker

10

Exams

170

Questions

4 hours

Time Limit

Focus: Generalist practice, human development, community resources, ethics, supervised practice

NCE

National Counselor Examination

10

Exams

200

Questions

3 hrs 45 min

Time Limit

Focus: Counseling theories, human development, career, group work, assessment, ethics, research

NCMHCE

National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Exam

10

Exams

150

Questions

3 hrs 15 min

Time Limit

Focus: Clinical simulations, diagnosis, treatment planning, counseling interventions

Why practice exams matter

Build test-taking stamina

The real ASWB exam is 4 hours of sustained focus. Practicing under timed conditions trains your brain for marathon concentration.

Reduce exam anxiety

Familiarity breeds confidence. After completing several full-length practice exams, the real test feels like just another practice session.

Master time management

Learn how to pace yourself across 170 questions. Know when to move on from a difficult question and when to mark it for review.

Identify knowledge gaps

Score reports break down your performance by content domain, showing exactly which areas need more study before exam day.

Frequently asked questions

How closely do these practice exams match the real test?

Our practice exams are designed to mirror the real exam experience as closely as possible. They follow the same content domain weightings, question format, difficulty level, and timing constraints specified in the official exam blueprints. Questions are written in the same clinical vignette style used on the actual exams.

How many practice exams should I take before the real test?

We recommend completing at least 3-5 full-length timed practice exams before your exam date. This builds test-taking stamina, helps you manage time effectively, and reduces anxiety on exam day. Start taking practice exams during weeks 8-12 of your study plan.

Are practice exams available on the free plan?

Free accounts can access sample questions and mini exams. Full-length practice exams are available on paid plans (Monthly $39.99, Annual $129, or Lifetime $199). This ensures you get the most realistic exam simulation with complete score reports and analytics.

What score should I aim for on practice exams?

We recommend scoring consistently above 75% on practice exams before scheduling your real test. If you are scoring below 70%, focus additional study time on the content domains where you are weakest. Our analytics dashboard shows your performance by topic so you know exactly where to focus.

Simulate exam day

40 full-length practice exams across all 4 exam types. Know your score before you sit for the real thing.

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