1.0 Ethics CEUs

In this course, participants will explore the importance of exhibiting ethical self-care as a strategy to prevent and address workplace “Burnout,” the overwhelming of an employee’s physical and mental health due to a demanding position. Course topics include recognizing the difference between job Burnout and other types of trauma, identifying early warning signs and symptoms of Burnout, and acknowledging Burnout's impact on individuals and organizations. Participants will also learn about the ethical effects of workplace Burnout when providing care through a review of the NASW Social Work Code of Ethics. Sections of the code that are specific to workplace Burnout are discussed along with suggested tactics to use to combat ethical issues related to Burnout.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Define workplace Burnout and identify warning signs and symptoms of Burnout in workers. 

2. Recognize how Burnout impairs workers' job performance and how it can impact ethical work practices at the organizational level. 

3. Describe how Burnout can affect one's ability to uphold the core values and principles of the NASW code of ethics. 

4. Identify which standards and principles of the NASW code of ethics apply to job Burnout and workers' responsibilities. 

5. List strategies to address Burnout in the workplace.