PSY 305 - Ethical Principles in Counseling

This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to explore professional and ethical issues that affect the practice of counseling and other helping professions. Professional and ethical guidelines will be considered, with a special focus on the challenges associated with applying these guidelines to typical counseling scenarios. Legal and ethical issues explored include boundaries, confidentiality, and client rights and responsibilities, as well as multicultural competencies with respect to ethical practice. Course Typically Offered: Every fall.

Prerequisite(s): PSY 101S or PSY 225S.

Credits: 4