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ETHICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES IN CLINICAL PRACTICE

PSYCH 809
Course Description

An introduction to the legal and ethical issues inherent to the conduct and process of professional clinical psychology. Reviews selected theories of moral philosophy, the American Psychological Association (APA) Ethical Principles and Codes of Conduct for Psychologists, other APA Standards and Guidelines and Wisconsin legal statutes governing the practice of psychology. Integrated with group case discussions and students. Use this as a forum to discuss ethical and legal issues pertinent to their ongoing clinical cases. Focuses on introducing ethical principles; Wisconsin statutes; ethics and legal obligations when clients report suicidal or homicidal thoughts/actions; reporting of neglect and abuse; and record keeping.

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