Issues & Ethics in Psychology & Counseling

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Advanced level course provides an overview of legal and ethical aspects in the field of psychology and counseling with implications for the individual within the fields. Includes topics such as confidentiality, rights of clients, client records, equal protection for staff and clients, and discrimination. The American Psychological Association (APA) code of ethics and related codes are covered with an overview of ethical dimensions of practice. Prerequisite: PSY 113 .