Which requirement must be completed before entering duties as a case manager?

• A. Oath of Office
• B. Background Check
• C. DMV Clearance
• D. Training Course Completion

Answer: (A)

Taking an Oath of Office is the formal pledge that initiates a case manager into official duties. This oath publicly affirms commitment to uphold laws, ethical standards, and the responsibilities of the role, and it authorizes you legally to perform the duties of the office. Because public positions are entrusted with authority and accountability to the community, many agencies require this oath before you can assume your duties. While other steps like a background check, required training, or driving-related clearance may be part of onboarding or ongoing compliance, none of these alone grants the legal authority to enter duties in the way the oath does. The oath establishes both legitimacy and accountability for the role.