Main Purposes
What does the Code of Ethics identify?
Core values on which social work's mission is based
There are no other sources of information about ethical thinking that can be helpful?
FALSE!
Ethical decision making is a _________
Process
How can the general public hold social workers accountable?
Through our ethical standards
A code of ethics cannot guarantee ethical behavior
TRUE
The Code is relevant to ______
all social workers
What impact does the Code have for new practitioners?
socializes them to social work's mission, values, ethical principles, and ethical standards
Violation of standards in this Code automatically implies legal liability
FALSE
The Code does not provide _______ for social workers to follow
a set of rules
What does the code articulate for social workers?
whether or not they have engaged in unethical conduct
Technology-assisted social work services encompass all aspects of social work practice
TRUE
Social workers should keep up to date on emerging _______
Technology
What is the code designed for?
to identify relevant considerations when there is a professional conflict or ethical uncertainties
The NASW Code of Ethics does not specify which values, principles, and standards are most important
TRUE!
Professional _______ are at the core of social work
ethics
What does the code summarize, reflect, and establish?
-broad ethical principles
-profession's core values
-specific ethical standards