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May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.07 Privacy and Confidentiality

May 7, 2025 | ethics | practice

Confidentiality is one of the most sacred duties in social work. Section 1.

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May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.06 Conflicts of Interest

May 5, 2025 | ethics | practice

Conflicts of interest are not always obvious—but they can quietly erode trust, distort judgment, and harm clients if left unchecked. Section 1.

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May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.05 Cultural Competence

May 2, 2025 | ethics | practice

Cultural competence isn’t a checkbox—it’s a deep, ongoing practice of humility, awareness, and action. Section 1.

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Apr

Ethics & the Exam: 1.04 Competence

April 30, 2025 | ethics | practice

Competence isn’t about knowing everything—it’s about knowing your limits, and acting responsibly within them. Section 1.04 of the NASW Code of Ethics reminds social workers that good intentions aren’t enough.

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Apr

Ethics & the Exam: 1.03 Informed Consent

April 28, 2025 | ethics | practice

Informed consent is one of the most foundational—and nuanced—ethical responsibilities in social work. It’s about more than obtaining permission. It’s about ensuring understanding, voluntariness, and respect at every step of the client relationship.

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Apr

Ethics & the Exam: 1.02 Self-Determination

April 25, 2025 | ethics | practice

At the heart of ethical social work practice is the principle of respecting a person’s right to choose their own path—even when that path doesn’t align with what we think is best. Section 1.

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Apr

Ethics & the Exam: 1.01 Commitment to Clients

April 23, 2025 | ethics | practice

The very first ethical standard in the NASW Code of Ethics sets the tone for all that follows. It’s where the profession declares its core loyalty—to the people we serve. Here’s the original standard: 1.

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Apr

Ethics & the Exam: Ethical Standards

April 21, 2025 | ethics | practice

The Ethical Standards section of the NASW Code of Ethics is where the rubber meets the road.

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Apr

Ethics & the Exam: Purpose

April 16, 2025 | ethics | practice

After the Preamble lays out the heart of social work, the NASW Code of Ethics offers a second foundational piece: its Purpose.

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Apr

Ethics & the Exam: Ethical Principles

April 16, 2025 | ethics | practice

After laying out the mission and purpose of the profession, the NASW Code of Ethics introduces a critical bridge between values and action: the Ethical Principles.

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