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This is because each applicant has different needs based on education and his or her prior performance on the exam . In other words, each applicant is responsible for performing an assessment of his or her knowledge base in relation to the exam content and developing a plan that addresses those needs.  \nExam candidates should carefully evaluate the all exam related information on the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) website .  \nLCSW Exam Information and News  \n[http://bbs.ca.gov/exams/news.html](http://bbs.ca.gov/exams/news.html)  \nLCSW Law and Ethics Exam Handbook  \n[https://candidate.psiexams.com/bulletin/display_bulletin.jsp?ro=yes&actionname=83&bulletini](https://candidate.psiexams.com/bulletin/display_bulletin.jsp?ro=yes&actionname=83&bulletini)[d=762&bulletinurl=.pdf](d=762&bulletinurl=.pdf)  \nLCSW Request for Re-Examination  \n[http://www.bbs.ca.gov/pdf/forms/re-exam_app_37a-298.pdf](http://www.bbs.ca.gov/pdf/forms/re-exam_app_37a-298.pdf)  \nBased on their specific needs, candidates should carefully select coursework that is most appropriate to their needs . These courses can be live or online courses, or a combination . However, all courses must be offered through a California approved provider . For information regarding California approved providers, [visit](visit www.bbs.ca.gov/licensees/cont_ed.html)[ www.bbs.ca.gov/licensees/cont_ed.html](visit www.bbs.ca.gov/licensees/cont_ed.html).  \nNASW-California Chapter Options  \n• Live California Law and Ethics Courses  \n[http://www. naswca.org/?page=163](http://www. naswca.org/?page=163)  \n• Online California Law and Ethics Courses  \n[https://www.socialworkweb.com/\\#/s/caprelawandethics\\#prelicense_12_hour_law_ethics](https://www.socialworkweb.com/#/s/caprelawandethics#prelicense_12_hour_law_ethics)  \nLaw and Ethics Courses vs. Exam Prep Courses  \nThe chapter’s online and law and ethics coursework highlights topics that can be incorporated in  \nthe California Law and Ethics Exam, while “Exam Prep Courses” include \"test taking strategies and sample exam questions . \" Exam Prep Courses (both online and live) can be found by doing an Internet search for \"CA Law and Ethics LCSW Exam Prep Courses .”","cbCaib1BSMkzbVGf","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaib1BSMkzbVGf","pdf",55481,"English","# LCSW Candidates Who Fail the California Law and Ethics Exam\n## Coursework requirement and reapplication guidance\n## Where to find official exam information\n## LCSW Law and Ethics Exam Handbook and re-examination request\n## NASW-California Chapter coursework options\n## Law and Ethics Courses vs. Exam Prep Courses","[{\"question\":\"What requirement may apply to LCSW candidates who fail the California Law and Ethics Exam?\",\"answer\":\"Candidates who fail may be required to complete 12 hours of law and ethics coursework before they can reapply to take the exam again.\"},{\"question\":\"Are candidates required to cover specific topics in the 12 hours of coursework?\",\"answer\":\"The regulations do not mandate specific topics; each applicant should evaluate their knowledge needs based on the exam content and prior performance.\"},{\"question\":\"How should candidates choose appropriate coursework and ensure it is acceptable?\",\"answer\":\"Candidates should select courses based on their specific needs and confirm the provider is a California approved provider. 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