California Law and Professional Ethics   [Archived Catalog]
2011-2012 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook with Addendum
   

MM 512 - California Law and Professional Ethics


This course examines both California law as it applies to the practice of marriage and family therapy and professional ethics related to the development of the therapist as a person.  Topics include ethical personality development, scope of practice issues per the BBS and BOP, confidentiality, privilege, dual relationship, competency, reporting obligations, consent to treatment issues, and other issues addressed in the codes of conduct proposed by AAMFT, APA, and ACA.  Concepts related to ethical decision making and personal impairment will also be addressed. (3 credits)