Comments on: Prep CD Showdown: AATBS versus Gerry Grossman

By: Irem

Irem — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 03:15:22 +0000

@Ellen Striverson: I am in the LA county area, and am looking for a study group to study for the MFT Written Exam with. My email address is phaethusa@gmail.com

By: Von

Von — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 01:14:58 +0000

I agree with Dominique, the MSW programs do not prepare us to pass the exam. I took it in ’08 and did not pass. Sooo I am preparing to retake, have purchased so much material that I am over whelmed. The Flash Cards had too much information, the volumes didn’t help, now I’m ging to try the CD’s. I don’t know what material will be the most helpful, they all say ‘they are the one.’ I think practice tests and rationals will be the most benificial. I am confussed – H E L P !!!!

By: Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 18:25:50 +0000

I’m trying to decide whether to purchase the Grossman test banks or the AATBS test banks. (AATBS = $200 LESS EXPENSIVE)

Advice, please!

By: SWTP

SWTP — Mon, 16 May 2011 16:43:40 +0000

Nico — May not be legal, but try ebay and craigslist.

By: Nico

Nico — Sun, 15 May 2011 19:49:52 +0000

Is there anywhere to get used materials for the MSW exam?

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 03:49:44 +0000

Frank – How did you do on the vignette exam? I’m taking mine next week. Is the actual test easier, harder, or about the same as your study material?

By: frank

frank — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 01:40:56 +0000

I had purchase the Gerry Grossman materials with the 24hours of in-classroom orientation. Now, of course companies like GG and AATBS are trying to make profit first and help the consumer second, but that doesn’t take away from the effectiveness of their materials. I likely over-studies for the LCSW written exam, but I felt incredibly comfortable and ready when it came time to test. I was very surprised how much I must have “over did it” b/c the GG practice tests are extremely difficult. I scored between 60% and 80% on most practice tests for both written and vignette exams. I passed the written and take the vignette in about 12 hours, so I guess I can’t say yet how alike the GG practice vignette is to the “real thing”.

Most importantly to pass these tests you must be focused, careful and scutinous. Pay attention to details e.g. questions asking for intervention or goals” I got several questions wrong in practice because due to fatigue or lack of focus or whatever, I would pick carelessly. Testing centers don’t really allow you any room to eliminate human error, so be careful and good luck!!!

By: Ellen Striverson

Ellen Striverson — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:34:24 +0000

I must take the written exam before May 8,2011. Seeking a study group in the Los Angeles city area. I have Gerry Grossman materials and AATBS. Please contact me as soon ASAP.

By: jeffrey koenigsberg

jeffrey koenigsberg — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:45:43 +0000

I went back to school at 45ish and got my BSW & MSW. I am working in residential treatment with adolescents at the State Hospital in New Mexico. I have been doing this for 3 years. Prior to that I ran my family’s restaurant in PA for 35+ years. I am now getting ready to study for the LCSW exam. I have been procrastinating for about 6 months. I am looking for advice regarding which test prep materials/programs/services I should buy/use. Help, please!

By: Catherine Goodno

Catherine Goodno — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 22:25:12 +0000

I’m 65 y.o. and will be taking my first LCSW exam in April. Does anyone know anyone who can mentor me in Siskiyou County, or possibly Redding, CA? We’re moving to Lake Shastina next month from Marin County.
Gerry Grossman seems to be the favored learning venue. I’ve been trying to decide between him, BTA, and AATBS. I’ll be studying mostly on my own since I won’t be able to attend classes.
Thanks so much!