Forensic Psychology (MA) Program

Course Descriptions

PS 600—Professional Issues and Ethics

The student will be oriented to, and study the professional standards and ethics of, the American Counseling Association. The course will begin with a grounding of ethical theory. The course will then explore key ethical considerations including confidentiality, client autonomy, clear boundaries, the issue of dual relationships, special concerns in training and supervision, and practicing ethically in a diverse world, among other topics. Ethics workshops will enable the student to practice the deliberations and decisions needed when the ethical issue is multi-layered and complex.

Updated 10/18/07