CPHSSWCE0457 - Ethical Decision-Making in Everyday Social Work

Course Description

Ethical dilemmas are more complicated than “do no harm,” and the best course of action is not always obvious. In this course, we will examine ethical decision-making models and apply them to real-world dilemmas in both clinical and advocacy settings. This workshop is intended for intermediate-level practitioners who work directly with clients or on their behalf.

Target Level Audience:  Intermediate/ Advanced

Course Outline

Learner Outcomes

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:  

• Identify an ethical decision-making framework;
• Explain the impact of cultural influences on ethical decision-making; and 
• Apply an ethical decision-making process to a social work dilemma.  

When participants return to the workplace, they will be able to:  

• Develop a variety of options for resolving an ethical dilemma; and 
• Use an ethical decision-making process to resolve a social work dilemma.