Ethical Practice in Addiction Counseling (6 CE Hours)
- 1 Section
- 7 Lessons
- 2 Quizzes
Ethical Practice in Addiction Counseling (6 CE Hours)
- Introduction
- Module 1: The Ethical Landscape: North Dakota Law and Professional Identity
- Module 2: The Sacred Trust: Managing the Counseling Relationship
- Module 3: The Fortress of Privacy: Confidentiality and 42 CFR Part 2
- Module 4: Cultural Humility and Anti-Discrimination
- Module 5: The Digital Frontier: E-Therapy and Supervision Ethics
- Module 6: Resolving Dilemmas: Decision Making and Professional Responsibility
- Post Test: Ethical Practice in Addiction Counseling
- Program Evaluation
Designed specifically for North Dakota Licensed Master Addiction Counselors (LMAC) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselors (LCAC), this comprehensive 6-hour Continuing Education course satisfies the state’s mandatory ethics requirement for licensure renewal. Grounded in the North Dakota Administrative Code and the NAADAC Code of Ethics, this curriculum explores the complex intersection of legal mandates and moral imperatives in addiction practice. Participants will engage in a deep analysis of the counseling relationship, the nuances of confidentiality under 42 CFR Part 2, and the evolving standards for technology-assisted care. By integrating the SAMHSA TAP 21 competencies with state-specific regulations, this course empowers clinicians to navigate ethical dilemmas with professional fortitude and protect client welfare in a diverse and changing landscape.
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