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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.

passed the ASWB exam | LMSW

May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.09 Sexual Relationships

May 12, 2025 | ethics | practice

Some boundaries in social work are non-negotiable. Section 1.

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May

Ethics & the Exam: 1.08 Access to Records

May 9, 2025 | ethics | practice

Clients have a right to understand and participate in their own care—including the right to see the records social workers keep about them. Section 1.

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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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