Ethics

NASW-MN offers many opportunities throughout the year to meet the ethics requirement for licensure. 


Visit this page for NASW-MN trainings, including Ethics.

NASW-MN Ethics Consultation Circles

Supporting MN Social Workers in Ethical Practice

Every 3 rd Wednesday of the Month – 12-1:30pm CST on Zoom

FREE & open to NASW members only – Registration Required – Group Size Limited.

 Are you struggling with an ethical dilemma? NASW-MN members can join us for free consultation with other social workers & earn 1.5 Independent Study CEU’s!

 Ethics Consultation Circles are a peer-based consultation space for NASW-MN members seeking support with ethical questions, dilemmas, or professional challenges. Groups are facilitated by a trained member of the NASW-MN Ethics Committee - experienced social workers committed to guiding peers through complex decisions. We aim to promote ethical, informed, and values-driven social work practice.

 What We Offer

  • Ethical decision-making consultation
  • Support for navigating workplace dilemmas
  • Interpretation of the NASW Code of Ethics
  • Resource sharing and referrals
  • Facilitated reflection on values and practices
  • CEU Hours-1.5 Ethics

 

Bring your Agenda Items! Common Topics may include:

  • Confidentiality and boundaries
  • Cultural humility and power dynamics
  • Mandated reporting
  • Workplace conflicts
  • Dual relationships


Collaborative. Centered in Ethics.


Register for upcoming circles

April 15

May 20

June 17




Event date: 4/2/2026 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM 

Regional Networking Event: AI in Social Work

Southwest Region

Join us for a networking event where we explore the use of AI in social work settings. Join us for a lively discussion and a chance to meet and connect with your regional peers. Free and open to all! 1 CEU. Tremendous Brewing, 227 W Mulberry St, St Peter, MN.

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Event date: 4/18/2026 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 

Regional Networking Event: AI in Social Work

Central Region

Join us for a networking event where we explore the use of AI in social work settings. Enjoy a lively discussion and a chance to meet and connect with your regional peers. Free and open to all! 1 CEU. Legends Bar and Grill 75 37th Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301.

REGISTRATION APPRECIATED BUT NOT REQUIRED: https://forms.gle/NP6i9YyHJmZCzC9U9


Event date: 4/28/2026 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM 

Regional Networking Event: AI in Social Work

Northeast Region

Join us for a networking event where we explore the use of AI in social work settings.  Join us for a lively discussion and a chance to meet and connect with your regional peers.  Free and open to all!  1 CEU. Located at Sarah's Table, 1902 E 8th Street, Duluth 55812

REGISTRATION APPRECIATED BUT NOT REQUIRED: https://forms.gle/XXYZezPuWACKEGfJ8


Event date: 5/2/2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM 

Regional Networking Event: AI in Social Work

Northwest Region

Join us for a networking event where we explore the use of AI in social work settings.  Join us for a lively discussion and a chance to meet and connect with your regional peers.  Free and open to all!  1 CEU. Located at Caribou at Lueken’s, 609 Washington Ave S.

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Event date: 5/29/2026 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM 

Regional Networking Event: AI in Social Work

Twin Cities North Region

Join us for a networking event where we explore the use of AI in social work settings. Enjoy a lively discussion and a chance to meet and connect with your regional peers. Free and open to all! 1 CEU. Chi Maek Korean Fried Chicken, 3450 124th Ave NW, Ste 100, Coon Rapids, MN 55433

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