PSYCH 609

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Professional and Ethical Issues in Psychology

Psychology College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Ethical issues in professional and scientific psychology from a historical and contemporary framework.

When Taught

Spring Term

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1

Fixed/Max

3

Other Prerequisites

Acceptance into psychology PhD program or clinical psychology PhD program.

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1. Identify professional ethical standards, laws, regulation

Learning Outcome

Students will identify and describe the professional ethical standards, laws, and regulations by which practitioners are held accountable. Measurement: Quizzes, short writing assignments.

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2. Apply ethical principles

Learning Outcome

Students will apply ethical principles to specific cases. Measurement: Writing assignments, class presentations.

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3. Integrate ethical concepts in practice

Learning Outcome

Students will integrate ethical concepts in context of practice. Measurement: Essay exams.