Ethical and Lawful Social Work Practice in Texas

About this course

This course covers professional ethics, Texas social work law, administrative rules, documentation, boundaries, confidentiality, technology, supervision, and risk management. Intermediate level. This educational material supports ethical reflection and professional education. It is not legal advice and does not replace consultation with BHEC or qualified legal counsel.

Course curriculum

1.

Module 1 — Understanding Ethics, Laws, Rules, and Professional Standards

1 lessons

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    The Different Sources of Professional Responsibility

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Module 2 — Foundations of the NASW Code of Ethics

1 lessons

3.

Module 3 — Texas Social Work Regulatory Framework

2 lessons

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Module 4 — Scope of Practice, Competence, and Professional Representation

1 lessons

5.

Module 5 — Informed Consent, Client Rights, and Service Agreements

1 lessons

6.

Module 6 — Confidentiality, Privacy, and Mandated Disclosures

1 lessons

7.

Module 7 — Documentation, Records, and Ethical Risk Management

1 lessons

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Module 8 — Boundaries, Conflicts of Interest, and Multiple Relationships

1 lessons

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Module 9 — Technology-Assisted Social Work and Social Media

1 lessons

10.

Module 10 — Supervision, Consultation, and Organizational Ethics

1 lessons

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Module 11 — Complaints, Investigations, and Professional Accountability

1 lessons

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Final Assessment

1 lessons

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Ethical and Lawful Social Work Practice in Texas

This course covers professional ethics, Texas social work law, administrative rules, documentation, boundaries, confidentiality, technology, supervision, and risk management. Intermediate level. This educational material supports ethical reflection and professional education. It is not legal advice and does not replace consultation with BHEC or qualified legal counsel.

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