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Ethics & the Exam: 2.01 Respect

June 2, 2025 | ethics | practice

It’s easy to focus only on how social workers should treat clients—but the Code of Ethics also sets clear expectations for how we treat each other. Section 2 of the Code addresses Social Workers’ Ethical Responsibilities to Colleagues.

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May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.17 Termination of Services

May 30, 2025 | ethics | practice

As you prepare for the ASWB exam, expect to see questions that test your ability to recognize not just when to start services—but when and how to ethically end them. Section 1.

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May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.16 Referral for Services

May 28, 2025 | ethics | practice

When preparing for the ASWB exam, it's essential to understand not just what the Code of Ethics says, but how to apply it in practice. Section 1.

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May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.15 Interruption of Services

May 26, 2025 | ethics | practice

Social workers don’t just have a responsibility while services are being delivered—we also have an ethical obligation to plan for what happens when services are disrupted.

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May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.14 Clients Who Lack Decision-Making Capacity

May 23, 2025 | ethics | practice

Some clients may be unable—temporarily or permanently—to make fully informed decisions. That doesn’t mean they lose their rights. Section 1.14 of the NASW Code of Ethics emphasizes that when decision-

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May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.13 Payment for Services

May 21, 2025 | ethics | practice

Money may not be the heart of social work—but how we handle it is still impactful and should be informed by ethical principles. Section 1.

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May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.12 Derogatory Language

May 19, 2025 | ethics | practice

Words matter—especially in social work, where language can either empower or wound. Section 1.

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May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.11 Sexual Harassment

May 16, 2025 | ethics | practice

Sexual harassment isn’t just a workplace issue—it’s an ethical violation with real, lasting harm. Section 1.

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May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.10 Physical Contact

May 14, 2025 | ethics | practice

Physical contact in social work can carry different meanings depending on the context, the culture, and the client’s history. That’s why Section 1.10 of the NASW Code of Ethics is brief—but critical.

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May

Jamal Passed the LMSW Exam

May 13, 2025 | passed the ASWB exam | LMSW

From the SWTP inbox: Initially, I wasn’t trying to share my testimony, but I was kindly reminded by God that I needed to stop being selfish and share my story. I have taken the LCSW exam 14 times and LMSW exam twice & passed on my 2nd attempt.

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