PAYMENT INFORMATION

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(Student members: a copy of your current student identification card must be attached to this application.)

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Note: Check, money order, or credit card information must accompany this form. Please allow 3-5 weeks for the processing of this application.

*Use of this card helps to support the social work profession. Call 800-523-7666 for more information.

Refunds: All refunds must be requested in writing within 30 days of receipt of this application. A $25 processing fee will be assessed.

IMPORTANT: You must sign the affirmation of the Code of Ethics to activate your membership

NASW CODE OF ETHICS SUMMARY

By joining NASW you agree to abide by the NASW Code of Etbics and the NASW Procedures for Professional Review.

The Code identifies core values on which social work's mission is based, summarizes ethical principles that reflect the profession's core values, establishes a set of specific ethical standards that guide social work practice, and provides the basis on which the public can hold a practitioner accountable. As a new member, you will

receive a full copy of the Code of Etbics. The Code is available online in its entirety at wwwsocialworkers.org.

AFFIRMATION OF THE NASW CODE OF ETHICS

Your signature below attests that all information provided on this application is true and accurate. It also pledges you

to uphold the Code and notifies you that you can be held accountable under the NASW Procedures for Professional Review for any violation of the Code.

I hereby affirm and agree that I will abide by the Code of Etbics of the National Association of Social Workers and agree to submit to professional review proceedings for any alleged violation of the same in accordance with NASW bylaws. I further understand that falsification of the contents of this application will be grounds for rejection and/or termination of my association membership and revocation

of any and all benefits resulting therefrom.

Signature must be included for membership to be activated

MORE GREAT REASONS TO BECOME AN NASW STUDENT MEMBER

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

NASW state and national continuing education opportunities give you the information, skills training, continuing education contact hours, and networking opportunities you need for professional and personal development.

PROFESSIONAL REVIEW

NASW promotes the quality and effectiveness of social work practice. This mission encompasses the maintenance of ethical conduct and fair personnel practices. NASW has the responsibility of reviewing and resolving complaints of ethical violations or unfair practices that could be detrimental to this mission. To meet this responsibility the association has implemented the NASW Procedures for Professional Review. This peer review process offers two options- mediation and adjudication.

STANDARDS

NASW standards set specific guidelines for practice in a variety of settings. They guide clinical social

work praaice, inform consumers, and maintain and improve the quality of services.