PSY 771 - Clinical Psychology Ethics and Professional Issues

(3 units)

Introduction to professional ethics and standards in psychotherapy and research. Supervision and current professional issues will be considered.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. critically apply concepts central to ethical decision making in psychology, including multiple relationships, privacy and confidentiality, and other ethical standards contained in the American Psychological Association Code of Conduct in discussion and written work.
2. conduct clinical intake interviews and demonstrate the ability to organize and write clinical intake reports.
3. explain the non-specific factors identified in psychotherapy outcome and process research and demonstrate these fundamental clinical skills in clinical interview settings.
4. explain and critique personality assessment methods.

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