The NASW Code of Ethics defines the values, principles, and ethical standards that guide decision-making and everyday professional conduct of social workers. It is relevant to all …

Read the NASW Code of Ethics, which outlines the core values forming the foundation of social work’s unique purpose and perspective.

The Code is designed to help social workers identify relevant considerations when professional obligations conflict or ethical uncertainties arise. The Code provides ethical standards to which …

The NASW Code of Ethics offers values, principles and standards to guide decision-making and everyday conduct of social workers.

The Code is designed to help social workers identify relevant considerations when professional obligations conflict or ethical uncertainties arise. The Code provides ethical standards to which …

The NASW Code of Ethics is intended to serve as a guide to the everyday professional conduct of social workers. This Code includes four sections. The first section, "Preamble," summarizes …

NASW Code of Ethics ethical standard 1: Social workers’ primary responsibility is to promote the well-being of clients.

The NASW Code of Ethics reflects the commitment of all social workers to uphold the profession’s values and to act ethically. Principles and standards must be applied by individuals of good …

Social workers should routinely review the professional literature and participate in continuing education relevant to social work practice and social work ethics.

Since then, the Code has emerged as the standard bearer for defining the values and principles that guide social workers’ conduct in all practice areas. With the latest revision in August 2017, …