RESEARCH INSTRUMENT

Part 1. Demographics Questionnaire

Directions: Kindly provide the necessary information by filling in the required fields and
placing a check mark (/) next to each item. Your honest responses to the questions are highly
valued and appreciated. Rest assured, all gathered information will be handled with the
highest level of confidentiality.
Name (optional) ___________________________________________________
Age 18-21 yrs. old 22-25 yrs. old

Sex Male Female

Civil Status Single Married Others: ________

Religion Roman Catholic Iglesia ni Cristo Born Again Christian

Islam Others: ________

SHS Track Academic Technical-Vocational-Livelihood

Arts and Design Sports

SHS Strand HUMSS STEM ABM GAS

Agricultural-Fishery Arts (AFA) Industrial Arts (IA)
Home Economics (HE) Information and
Communication Technology
(ICT)

Type of School Enrolled Public Private

In

Address (District in Ilocos Sur) 1st District 2nd District

Type of Family Nuclear Extended Others: _______

Monthly Income of the Below Php 5,000 Php 5,000 – Php 10,000 Php 10,000 – Php 15,000
Php 15,000 – Php 20,000 Php 20,000 – Php 30,000 Above Php 30,000
Family

Part 2. Perceptions and Image of Social Work in Ilocos Sur

Directions: The following statements pertain to your perceptions and the image of social
work. Please respond to each statement to the best of your ability using the five-point Likert
scale, with five being the highest and one being the lowest. Indicate your honest response by
placing a check mark (/) in the appropriate column.
Scale Item Description
5 Strongly Agree (SA)
4 Agree (A)
3 Neutral (N)
2 Disagree (D)
1 Strongly Disagree (SD)
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SHS Students’ Perceptions and the Image of Social Work in Ilocos Sur 3 2 1
1. On their affiliation with a social worker and exposure to a social work setting
 I personally know a social worker.
 I have friends or family members who are social
workers.
 I have personally interacted with a social worker in
a professional setting.
 I have received services from a social worker in the
past.
 I know someone who have received services from a
social worker in the past.
 I am familiar with the work environment of social
workers.
 I have visited a workplace or organization where
social workers are employed.
 I have participated in events or programs organized
by social workers.
 I have observed social workers performing their
duties firsthand.
 I have volunteered or worked in an organization that
employs social workers.
 I have discussed the role of social workers with
professionals in the field.
 I feel comfortable seeking advice or support from a
social worker.
2. On the perception of their knowledge level about social work profession
 I am knowledgeable about the social work
profession.
3. On their knowledge about the social work profession
 I know that social work is concerned with helping
individuals, families, and communities.
 I perceive that a social worker’s main job is to
provide social service.
 I am aware that social workers are mostly found in
social service institutions.
 I perceive that social workers have a limited role in
society.
 I perceive that people don’t have to study a four-
year course in order to be a social worker.
 I have a thorough understanding of the core
principles of social work.
 I am knowledgeable about the different fields or
settings within the social work profession where
social workers are employed.
 I am familiar with the ethical standards that guide
social work practice.
 I understand the various roles, responsibilities,
 obligations, and tasks of a social worker, both the
visible and invisible ones.
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 I am aware of the educational and licensing
requirements for social workers.
 I know that social workers are different from
therapists and counselors.
 I feel confident in my ability to discuss current
issues and trends in social work.
 I perceive that the social work profession does not
align with other humanitarian-based professions.
 I know the types of services and interventions that
social workers provide.
 Social work promotes social change, development,
cohesion and the empowerment of people and
communities.
 I am knowledgeable about the challenges and
rewards of a career in social work.
 I understand the importance of advocacy and social
justice in the social work profession.
 I am aware that social workers are always present in
emergency situations.
 Social workers are devoted to helping vulnerable
people and communities work through challenges
they face in everyday life.
 I can accurately describe the primary functions of a
social worker.
 Social work is a practice-based profession and an
academic discipline.
 You can gain a lot of money in social work.
 Social workers are case managers who only work
with social deviants.
 Social workers are only seen during the conduct of 
relief operations and distribution of "ayuda".
 I am aware of the different specializations within the
social work profession (e.g., clinical, school,
medical).
 I understand the impact of social work on
individuals and communities.
 I know the key historical figures and events that
have shaped the social work profession.
 I can identify the main theoretical frameworks used
in social work practice.
 I am familiar with the major organizations and
associations related to social work, even the non-
government or the private ones.
 I understand the process of social work assessment
and intervention.
 I know about the different and various populations,
 groups, and communities that social workers
typically serve.
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 I am aware of the continuing education and
professional development opportunities available
for social workers.
 I understand the role of research and evidence-based
practice in social work.
 Social work is an easy job.
 The primary focus or goal of the social work
profession is social justice.
4. On their interest in majoring in social work
 I am considering social work as my major in college
because of the influence of other people, including
my family.
 I am passionate about studying social work at the
undergraduate or graduate level.
 I am interested in learning about the theories and
practices of social work.
 I am excited about the coursework involved in a
social work degree.
 I am interested in participating in fieldwork and
internships related to social work.
 I am motivated to pursue a social work degree to
help others, especially the marginalized groups.
 I believe that majoring in social work aligns with
my career goals.
 I am committed to the educational path required to
become a social worker.
 I am interested in the research opportunities
available in social work programs.
 I am considering social work as a major because I
want to make a positive impact on society.
5. On their awareness and interest in social work job settings
 I am aware that there are many fields and positions
that a social worker degree can offer.
 I am aware of the various job settings where social
workers can be employed.
 I have a family member who inspires me to be a
social worker.
 I want to help other people through the social work
profession.
 I understand the role of social workers in child
welfare and family services.
 I am interested in pursuing a social work career as
an administrator.
 I am interested in learning more about social work
opportunities in school settings.
 I am interested in being a social worker who works
 with clients in rehabilitation and treatment centers.
 I am interested in International Social Work.
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 I am interested in becoming a social worker who
work in correctional institutions.
 I am interested in becoming a medical social
worker.
 I am interested in pursuing a career as a social
worker or case manager.
 I am interested in working at the department of
social services in my state.
 I want to work in hospice as a social worker.
 I want to work in mental health centers as a social
worker.
 I want to be a social worker who works in a
psychiatric facility.
 I want to be a social worker involved in medical
outreach which cater health-related concerns in
diverse communities.
 I am interested in exploring career options in social
work within the criminal justice system.
 I want to be a social worker who works in a juvenile
detention facility.
 I am interested in becoming a social worker who
works in counseling.
 I want to be a social worker working in child
welfare institutions.
 I am interested in the possibilities of social work in
corporate or workplace settings.
 I am interested in becoming a social worker who
works in employment services.
 I am aware of the employment opportunities for
social workers in community organizations.
 I know that social workers can work in policy-
making and advocacy roles.
 I am interested in pursuing a career in social work in
a specific setting that aligns with my passions and
skills.
6. On their interest in making social work as their career
 I am interested in pursuing social work as my career
in the near future.