ETHICAL PRINCIPALS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS AND CODE OF CONDUCT BY THE APA - 2 CEU'S

Course overview

Ethical Principals of Psychologists and Code of Conduct by the APA -2 CEUs Course Description: This course is a review of the American Psychological Association, APA, Code of Conduct. Updated in 2003, this Ethics Code applies to psychologists activities that are part of their scientific, educational and professional roles as psychologist. This course may meet the 2 hour mandatory license renewal requirements for many licensed professionals. Remember the core ethical principals and standards of practice for psychology. You probably have not reviewed the Code of Ethics since graduate school. Read the APA's Code of Ethics for a review of the foundations of our field. This course will remind you of the core principles that should guide all clinical practice, regardless of setting and client population. It is targeted for beginner, intermediate and advanced psychologists. It is also appropriate for mental health professionals from other disciplines who are interested in another perspective on ethics. Learning Objectives: This course will provide a professional with a review of common ethical problems faced by mental health professionals as well as ways to avoid them. Specifically, a professional will able to: * Identify the general principles to which psychologists' work should aspire * Summarize the ethical standards to which psychologists' work must adhere * Identify relevant considerations when professional obligations conflict or ethical uncertainties arise