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Core Competency: Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior

Social workers understand the value base of the profession and its ethical standards, as well as relevant laws and regulations that may impact practice at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels. Social workers understand frameworks of ethical decision-making and how to apply principles of critical thinking to those frameworks in practice, research, and policy arenas. Social workers recognize personal values and the distinction between personal and professional values. They also understand how their personal experiences and affective reactions influence their professional judgment and behavior. Social workers understand the profession's history, its mission, and the roles and responsibilities of the profession. Social Workers also understand the role of other professions when engaged in inter-professional teams. Social workers recognize the importance of life-long learning and are committed to continually updating their skills to ensure they are relevant and effective. Social workers also understand emerging forms of technology and the ethical use of technology in social work practice.

Make ethical decisions by applying the standards of the NASW Code of Ethics, relevant laws and regulations, models for ethical decision-making, ethical conduct of research, and additional codes of ethics as appropriate to context.

Use reflection and self-regulation to manage personal values and maintain professionalism in practice situations.

Demonstrate professional demeanor in behavior; appearance; and oral, written, and electronic communication.

Use technology ethically and appropriately to facilitate practice outcomes. Get professional assignment help from qualified experts—on time, every time.

Use supervision and consultation to guide professional judgment and behavior.

Develop, manage, and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients within the person-in-environment and strengths perspectives

Understand and identify professional strengths, limitations and challenges