Book2 Flashcards
Code of Ethics
accountablity measures and a means to enhance professional practice
mandatory ethics
lowest standards to which all members must comply to behave ethically
aspirational ethics
best practices where professionals are inspired to conintually improve knowledge base and skills to advance careers and profession in general
Confidentiality
eithical duty to keep client disclosures private
privileged communication
a legal term that protects certain counselor client commuincation in the court system
Ethical decision making process steps
Identify problem Study code of ethics Reflect on five ethical principles ConsultInclude client in decisionmaking if possible Brainstorm courses of action and consequences Assess decide and take action
Six ethical principles
Autonomy Nonmaleficence Beneficence Justice Fidelity Veracity
Autonomy
respect for clients rights to make their own decisions even if a counselor does not agree or believe it is in their best interest
Nonmaleficence
do no harm to clients
Beneficence
do only good be proactive on clients behalf
Justice
fairness or non discrimination of clients so they receive equal treatment
Fidelity
facilitating trust keeping your word and fulfilling any obligations made to clients
Veracity
dealing truthfully with individuals with whom counselors come into professional contact
FERPA/buckley Ammendment
gives parents certain rights with respect to their childrens education records Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and review the students education records maintained by the school have the right to request that a school correct records which they believe to be inaccurate or misleading schools must have written permission from the parent or eligible student in order to release any information from a students education record
IDEA
individuals with disabiities education civil rights law passed to guarantee that students with disabilities receive the services they need to gain benefits of education