Ethics and Professionalism in Social Work. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours

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Prerequisite: Admission to BSW Program or consent of social work advisor. This course socializes students to the social work profession, exploring and applying the NASW Code of Ethics, the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners' Code of Conduct, and the International Federation of Social Workers' Statement of Ethical Principles. The student will apply professional self-presentation, take responsibility for personal and professional growth, learn professional behaviors in organizations, and apply ethical and professional skills at a local/state/federal and/or global context. Special emphasis will be placed on learning the importance of self-reflection, which incorporates an understanding of one's own personal values.