Course Code: REL-BHC-0-NECSW
Hours: 1.25
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Identify at least three sources of ethical guidance for social workers.
List steps to take in ethical decision making.
Recall three common ethical dilemmas and how an ethical decision-making model can determine steps to take.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Professional Ethics and Ethical Dilemmas
Why Professional Ethics Are Important
Sources of Ethics Guidance and Information
What Is An Ethical Dilemma?
Ethical Decision-Making Models
Review
Summary
Section 3: Common Ethical Dilemmas
Working Through Ethical Challenges
Failure to Report
Dual Relationships
Confidentiality and Minors
Communication Through Technology
Social Media
Impaired Colleagues
Self-Care
Social and Political Action
Advocacy
Review
Summary
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Lauren Quick-Graham, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Lauren received her Master of Social Work degree from North Carolina State University in Raleigh. She has over 13 years of experience working in case management and counseling. She is a PhD student at North Carolina State University focusing on continuing professional education for adult learners. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, and Certified Clinical Supervisor in North Carolina. She has worked in private practice, the Veterans Health Administration, and community-based organizations focusing on serving adults with an emphasis on trauma, addictions, chronic pain, and crisis intervention. She has extensive experience providing clinical supervision services to social workers and addiction professionals. Lauren joined Relias as a behavioral health content writer and subject matter expert in 2021.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Beginner level Social Workers; in the following settings: Behavioral Health: Community Services.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.