Ethics in Chemical Dependency

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Examination of ethical considerations in field of chemical dependency, with special emphasis on expectations regarding client confidentiality and professional boundaries. Emphasis on ethical considerations surrounding the 12 Core Functions of Chemical Dependency Counseling. Identify scope of practice skills and limitations. Special focus on ethical decision making based on models suggested by professional organizations (i.e. The Association for Addiction Professionals {NAADAC}). Examination of contemporary issues impacting the delivery of chemical dependency services.