Law and Ethics in Social Work, Human Services, & Counseling Practices

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An introduction to the principles of law and ethics on the career pathway of social work, human services, and counseling practices. Emphasis is on legal and ethical issues affecting practitioners and integrates the values of the NASW- Code of Ethics and current BBS requirement and standards. Topics include confidentiality, privacy, discrimination, informed consent, incompetence and guardianship, and law relating to children and families (including child abuse and domestic violence). 54.00 hours lecture. (Letter grade only)