HSERV 181 - Ethics in Addiction Counseling

3 credits

This course begins with the basics of ethical decision-making principles in addition to counseling. Next, understanding of professional ethical codes with emphasis on the (OASAS) Cannon of Ethical Principles, NAADAC’s Ethical Standards of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors and Federal and state regulations regarding confidentiality, and record keeping. The course emphasizes personal conduct, competence, issues of diversity, and relationships with clients, peers, supervisors, and subordinates. Using case studies students develop an ability to select an ethical plan of action.

Notes: Was HSERV 143 previous to Fall 2010.

This course is required by OASAS for the CASAC.

Offered fall semester.