Ethical, Legal and Professional Issues   [Archived Catalog]
2010-2011 Graduate and Professional Catalog
   

MFT 620 - Ethical, Legal and Professional Issues


Students will be assisted in the development of a professional identity as a Marriage and Family Therapist and/or Mental Health Counselor. Areas of study will include professional organizations and their utility in the practice of therapy; licensure and certification; legal responsibilities and liabilities of clinical practice; family law; confidentiality and privilege; AAMFT's and ACA's code of ethics; and interprofessional cooperation. The content of this course will be specific to the practice of marriage and family therapy and professional counseling.

Credit Hours: 3

Term Offered: Spring