Mar 28, 2024  
OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2020-21 
    
OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2020-21 [Archived Catalog]

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EDCE 7620 - Legal and Ethical Aspects of Counseling


Law and ethics considered for educational and mental health contexts. Federal, state, and local statutes relevant to professional functioning and rights of persons receiving counseling, and psychological services considered. Court decisions, critical cases, and legislation analyzed and interpreted. Code of ethics for counselors, psychologists, and human service workers reviewed. Guidelines for ethical behavior in delivery of services. Complies with the following CORE standards: 3e, 4i, 5g, 6g, 7i, 8f; C.1.1, C.1.4, C.6.6, C.8.7; C.2, C.7 Complies with the following CACREP standards: K1h (F1j), 5g, CMHC A.2, B;, SC A.2, B.1; DS C.7; K1a (F1a), 1f (F1h); K2f

Requisites:
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Demonstrate knowledge of ACA, CRCC, and ASCA ethical codes and guidelines and professional responsibility.
  • Demonstrate understanding of and competency in ethical principles of practice abiding by professional standards.
  • Identify and discuss critical ethical, legal, and social issues underlying counseling practice in community, rehabilitation, and school settings.
  • Identify and discuss ethical and legal issues within a cultural context.
  • Identify and discuss the impact of case and statutory law upon professional responsibilities and practices.
  • Identify professional and legal implications of professional regulation and the implications for counselor preparation and provision of counseling services.



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