Graduate Handbook 2023-2024

PSY 6243 Ethical and Legal Issues in Psychological Practice

This course is focused on the ethical and legal considerations in the practice of Clinical  Psychology. Emphasis is placed on exploring and discussing major areas of ethics that includes  cultural competence, malpractice, legal responsibilities, boundaries, and the identity and role of  psychologists in practice. The use of the APA Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of  Conduct will be the foundation for developing an ethical attitude and awareness of potential  ethical dilemmas.