PSYC 673
LEGAL AND ETHICAL ISSUES

Catalog Entry

PSYC 673. Legal and Ethical Issues 
One hour lecture

Prerequisite: Graduate standing

The course is designed to expose the student to the legal and ethical issues involved in professional practice and research. Ethical standards, relevant legal rulings and the process of personal professional development will be considered.

Detailed Description of Content of Course

1. Ethical Theories
2. Privacy, Confidentiality and Privilege
3. Informed Consent
4. Competence in Professional Practice
5. Dual Relationships
6. Testing, Assessment and Diagnosis
7. Professional Relationship
8. Practical Considerations of Practice
9. Legal Responsibilities and Relationships

Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

The format is lecture and discussion. Particular consideration is given in discussion to examples of ethical and legal issues encountered in professional experience of class members.

Goals and Objectives of the Course

The student will develop his/her understanding of the legal and ethical issues related to counseling and psychotherapy and will develop further the process of ethical decision making.

Assessment Measures

Graded assignments may include in-class tests, a final examination, pop quizzes, the assignment and presentation of exercises, and projects, and class preparation and participation.

Other Course Information

None

Review and Approval

DATE ACTION REVIEWED
March 1999