MH 6100 - Professional Orintation&Ethics

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Mental Health

Description:

This course is concerned with the professional nature of the counseling relationship and what it means to be a caregiver. The roles and responsibilities of counselors are presented and discussed. The Ethical Principles of the American Psychological Association and of the American Counseling Association are presented in detail. Relevant case examples are presented. Candidates are required to solve multiple ethical dilemma scenarios and to understand the complex issues involved in working with clients/patients. This includes issues involved in working with children, with addicts and with clients in non-clinical environments such as employment settings. HIPPA guidelines and requirements are also covered. Pre-Requisites: Baccalaureate degree in Psychology or other relevant field.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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