FAQ

1. Why join? 

   • SAMSW is a great way to network within the program that will not only help alleviate some unknown territory throughout your JMSW journey but also make lasting connections. SAMSW is also great way to learn how to advocate for yourself and your group at a micro, mezzo, and macro level. 

2. How do I become involved? 

   • Head on over to the join tab for all the details! 

3. How do I become an officer? 

   • Elections will be held during the last four weeks of the Spring semester. Becoming a co-chair or general member during the Fall is a great way to familiarize yourself with what role you may want to run for. 

Why We Can't Get Lower than a B The JMSW program follows the graduate school GPA guidelines for both TWU and UNT and the program has set this standard for the students to promote academic achievement of the students. If you'd like more information, please reply to this email with your questions. 

• Accommodations must be done before you register for your test. 

• Accommodation explanation  For questions, contact : candidateservices@aswb.org or 888-579-3926 

• If English is your second language, you can receive accommodations but you must contact Texas ASWB not BHEC at specialarrangements@aswb.org 

  • They will respond by asking what email to send you an official request form that you will digitally sign 

  • The form asks for your name, social security number, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, the state you are applying for licensure, and asks what your first language is. You can select one of four time extension options and up to two dictionary options. Please keep in mind these accommodations vary state to state. 

  • Once received it can take up to three weeks to process, you will receive an email once your request has been processed. DO NOT register to take the exam until you have received approval or you will have to cancel and re-register to have access to your accommodations if approved. 

• Non-comprehensive list of paid study options: Therapist Center, Agents of Change, ASWB Practice Exam, Dawn Apgar Exam Prep, Pocket Prep App, etc. 

• Non-comprehensive list of free study options: Phil in the Gaps, Karen Magruder, Rachel Haskell, etc.

1. For official information please visit https://btiicproject.unt.edu/, or contact Kennedy Simmons, program coordinator at Kennedy.Simmons@unt.edu. 

2. Am I eligible? 

   • UNT-assigned advanced year students are eligible for the grant. 

3. How can I get involved as a TWU-assigned student? 

   • TWU students are able to attend the workshops held once a semester. These workshops have limited availability and the JMSW program will email students when registration is open to attend. TWU students also have access to the BTIIC Canvas trainings, free of charge. 

4. Do I have to find a separate internship to do this? 

   • No, this is in conjunction with the placement you are provided. Let Professor Sweeten know that you are interested in applying to BTIIC so she can provide you with a placement that would be approved by BTIIC. 

1. • All questions regarding placements should be directed to Professor Sweeten at Brenda.Sweeten@unt.edu. 

   • Students should also review the Field Manual, SAMSW is happy to help guide you through the manual. 

When do I start looking for jobs? 

1. • You can look for and apply for MSW jobs before you graduate and LMSW job postings require you to already have your license.