ETHICS

Course overview

LEARNER OBJECTIVES 1. Learn about different codes of ethics (APA, ACA, AAMFT) 2. Learn about the principles supporting and informing ethical codes (i.e. beneficence) 3. Identify steps in ethical decision making 4. Define, identify and discuss how to deal effectively with transference and countertransference issues 5. Identify stressors in the profession and burnout prevention techniques 6. Clarify personal values and their effect in a counselor's work 7. Discuss the role of spiritual and religious values in counseling 8. Identify cultural values and assumptions in therapy 9. Identify the characteristics of a multiculturally competent counselor 10. Explain the purpose of informed consent 11. Identify Counselor Responsibilities in Record Keeping 12. Identify ways to reduce malpractice liability 13. Define and explain the conditions for maintaining confidentiality, priviledge and privacy. 14. Explain HIPAA regulations and what they mean to counselors