Ethics in Child Welfare

Overview

This course explores the ethical responsibilities and challenges faced by child welfare professionals. You will examine the core values and ethical standards that guide decision-making, including confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Target Audience

DCYF Social Workers (case carrying)
DCYF Social Workers (not case carrying)
Tribal Workers

Learning Objectives

KO1: Participants will recognize DCYF expectations for handling and communicating confidential information .
K02: Analyze common ethical dilemmas in child welfare and explore strategies to address dilemmas. 
SO1: Participants can identify information that may not be shared with all parties involved in a case and demonstrate appropriate and professional ways to communicate information.
S02: Define and explain the core values of child welfare, including the importance of child safety, family preservation, and cultural competence. 
VO1: Participants will be able to describe the importance of establishing and maintaining ethical standards in child welfare.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 3.00 Participation
    Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Course opens: 
04/07/2025
Course expires: 
12/31/2035

Accreditation

Available Credit

  • 3.00 Participation
    Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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