Professional Relations and Ethics.

Catalog description

The course will focus on understanding professional ethics, the role they play in client, public, and professional protection. The American Psychological Association and NAADAC ethics codes will be used as a guideline for understanding ethical principles that apply to addiction counseling and psychological fields. Students will review relevant North Dakota Century Codes and the Code of Federal Regulations 42 part 2 (CFR 42 part 2). Students will learn how to make ethical decisions, understand federal and state regulations, and how ethical codes relate to malpractice and liability. Specific areas which may be covered include confidentiality, record keeping, competence, training, impairment, dual relationships, conflict of interest, relationships with colleagues, forensic psychology, teaching, informed consent, and finances and marketing. Prerequisite: PSY 111 .