SSW Evaluation & Intervention Planning 3

Question 1

A school social worker is developing a SMART goal for a student's IEP. Which goal best meets SMART criteria?

Accepted Answer

Student will increase positive peer interactions from 2 to 5 per 30-minute lunch period by the end of Q2

Answer

A SMART goal is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound — only option B meets all five criteria.

Question 2

When conducting a needs assessment for a school-wide intervention program, a school social worker collects data from multiple sources. This approach is called:

Accepted Answer

Triangulation

Answer

Triangulation involves gathering data from multiple sources or methods to increase the validity and reliability of assessment findings.

Question 3

A student with a trauma history shows avoidant behavior during group counseling. A trauma-informed intervention plan would FIRST address which need?

Accepted Answer

Safety and predictability in the therapeutic environment

Answer

Trauma-informed practice prioritizes establishing physical and emotional safety before pursuing other therapeutic goals.

Question 4

During an evaluation, a school social worker discovers a student has significant strengths in art and music. According to best practice in intervention planning, these strengths should be:

Accepted Answer

Used as entry points and motivators within the intervention plan

Answer

Strengths-based practice uses a student's existing competencies and interests as leverage points to support intervention effectiveness.

Question 5

A school social worker is selecting an evidence-based intervention for a student with anxiety. Which criterion is MOST important when selecting an evidence-based program?

Accepted Answer

Research evidence supports its effectiveness with similar populations and presenting concerns

Answer

Evidence-based practice requires matching the intervention to research supporting its effectiveness with comparable populations and problems.

(SSW) School Social Worker Practice Test

(SSW) School Social Worker Practice Test

SSW Evaluation & Intervention Planning 3