CSWE Core Competencies

Competency 1–Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior

Competency 2 –Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice

Competency 3 –Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice

Competency 4 –Engage In Practice-informed Research and Research-informed Practice

Competency 5 –Engage in Policy Practice

Competency 6 –Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities

Competency 7 –Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities

Competency 8 –Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities

Competency 9 –Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities