SW 100 Quiz: Introduction to Social Work Practice and
Principles
What is the NASW? - correct answer ✔✔The National Association of Social Workers
What are Social Workers? - correct answer ✔✔Social workers are the agents of change
What is Social Welfare? - correct answer ✔✔What is needed to provide people with resources
to lead satisfying and productive lives
When did social welfare begin? - correct answer ✔✔In 1935, with the Social Security Act for
financial assistance
What did the Social Security Act help with? - correct answer ✔✔- To help that older, retired
populations: The Great Depression often led to loss of life savings and lack of jobs
- To help those who were unemployed (disability, etc.)
What's the connection between a Social Worker and Social Welfare? - correct answer ✔✔Social
workers are often implementing the services for social welfare items
What are the 6 core values within the SW Code of Ethics, established by the NASW? - correct
answer ✔✔1) Service
2) Social Justice
3) Dignity and Worth of a Person
4) Importance of Human Relationships
5) Social Workers behave in a trustworthy manner
, 6) Competence
What is the purpose of the Code of Ethics? - correct answer ✔✔The Code of Ethics explains the
core values within the social work profession and how to maintain such values
What are the components of the Code of Ethics? - correct answer ✔✔1) Preamble
2) Purpose of the NASW Code of Ethics
3) Ethical Principles
4) Ethical Standards
What happens if a social worker breaks the Code of Ethics? - correct answer ✔✔Depends on:
- What the violation was (major or minor)
- Who is involved (agency, police, etc.)
Common Items:
- Dual relationships
- Working under the influence substances
- Insurance fraud
Possible Outcomes:
- Suspension or loss of licensure
- Fees/additional training
Who do social workers work with? - correct answer ✔✔- Children and adolescents.
- Individuals with disabilities.
- Individuals who are experiencing poverty or homelessness.
Principles
What is the NASW? - correct answer ✔✔The National Association of Social Workers
What are Social Workers? - correct answer ✔✔Social workers are the agents of change
What is Social Welfare? - correct answer ✔✔What is needed to provide people with resources
to lead satisfying and productive lives
When did social welfare begin? - correct answer ✔✔In 1935, with the Social Security Act for
financial assistance
What did the Social Security Act help with? - correct answer ✔✔- To help that older, retired
populations: The Great Depression often led to loss of life savings and lack of jobs
- To help those who were unemployed (disability, etc.)
What's the connection between a Social Worker and Social Welfare? - correct answer ✔✔Social
workers are often implementing the services for social welfare items
What are the 6 core values within the SW Code of Ethics, established by the NASW? - correct
answer ✔✔1) Service
2) Social Justice
3) Dignity and Worth of a Person
4) Importance of Human Relationships
5) Social Workers behave in a trustworthy manner
, 6) Competence
What is the purpose of the Code of Ethics? - correct answer ✔✔The Code of Ethics explains the
core values within the social work profession and how to maintain such values
What are the components of the Code of Ethics? - correct answer ✔✔1) Preamble
2) Purpose of the NASW Code of Ethics
3) Ethical Principles
4) Ethical Standards
What happens if a social worker breaks the Code of Ethics? - correct answer ✔✔Depends on:
- What the violation was (major or minor)
- Who is involved (agency, police, etc.)
Common Items:
- Dual relationships
- Working under the influence substances
- Insurance fraud
Possible Outcomes:
- Suspension or loss of licensure
- Fees/additional training
Who do social workers work with? - correct answer ✔✔- Children and adolescents.
- Individuals with disabilities.
- Individuals who are experiencing poverty or homelessness.
