PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
The course is fashioned to render the student with an understanding of principles and concepts of Ethical standards for professional conduct and behavior. It is fashioned using national and state ethical codes that are universally recognized as applicable. Through the use of case vignettes, students are challenged to understand critical issues of dual relationships, boundary concerns and confidentiality themes.

COURSE CONTENT AND DESCRIPTION:
This course is presented in programmed-learning module that addresses Ethical standards in addiction treatment for Certified or Licensed addiction professionals (and those in training) in both inpatient or outpatient settings. A pretest will help determine areas understanding and those areas requiring a refresher or new knowledge. Completion of the programmed workbook will then follow, with a format that concentrates on commonly accepted rules of professional conduct throughout the country. Pragmatic relationships between the individual standards for conduct, and potential real-life situations will accentuate the training and solidify understanding of ethical standards for professional behavior. The post-test will be the final task for the student and the final grade is reached by achieving a minimum grade of 75 percent. A course evaluation will be administered prior to issuance of the completion certificate, soliciting any comments or recommendations for improvement.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:
1. Student will comprehend the role of confidentiality with Ethics.
2. Student will identify common unethical behaviors occurring with addiction professionals.
3. Student will develop appropriate responses to moral or ethical dilemmas.
4. Student will understand the concept of dual relationships and implications for counselors.
5. Student will recognize situations that constitute a duty to warn.

DIDACTIC / EXPERIENTIAL TIME FOR COMPLETION:
Six hours
Cost: $50.00
return to L.A.S.T. Homepage