LEGAL AND ETHICAL ISSUES IN HUMAN SERVICES

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In this course, students learn about ethical and legal issues confronted by human service professionals. Self - assessment activities help students understand their values and the impact on human service work. Topics include a code of ethics for those in the helping professions, legal issues of HIPAA and working with children, the elderly, and other special populations. In addition, ethical issues of working with couples, families, groups, and community work are explored.