Universal Ethics and Legal Responsibilities in Behavioral Health (6 CE Hours)
- 1 Section
- 7 Lessons
- 3 Quizzes
Universal Ethics and Legal Responsibilities in Behavioral Health (6 CE Hours)
- Introduction & Outline
- Module 1 The Bedrock of Integrity: Principles and Professional Roles
- Module 2 The Vault of Trust: Confidentiality and Legal Mandates
- Module 3 Navigating the Gray: Boundaries and Dual Relationships
- Module 4 Equity in Practice: Cultural Humility and Justice
- Module 5 The Digital Frontier: Telehealth and Electronic Ethics
- Module 6: The Ethical Compass: Decision Making and Supervision
- Post Test Universal Ethics
- Program Evaluation
- Program Evaluation
This comprehensive 6-hour continuing education course provides a rigorous examination of professional ethics and legal responsibilities for addiction and behavioral health professionals. Designed for Certified Addiction Professionals (CAP), Counselors (CAC), Tobacco Treatment Specialists (CTTS), Behavioral Health Technicians (CBHT), Case Managers (CBHCM) and Case Manager Supervisors (CBHCMS), the curriculum grounds practitioners in the foundational principles of bioethics and the specific codes of conduct governing the field. Participants will navigate complex landscapes including confidentiality (42 CFR Part 2 vs. HIPAA), boundary management, digital ethics in telehealth, and culturally responsive decision-making. Through an analysis of current standards and decision-making models, this course empowers professionals to protect client welfare and maintain the highest standards of integrity.
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