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SAC 2600 - Ethics, Confidentiality and the Counselor-Client Relationship in Substance Abuse Treatment


3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs.

The specific mandates of 42 CFR, Part II are covered as they relate to the counselor’s experience in an agency setting. Recent developments in 45 CFR Parts 160 & 164, which impact the substance abuse confidentiality regulations are explored and applied to clinical practice.  Confidentiality and Privacy, as it is written for HIV/AIDS patients, is incorporated.  Codes of ethics that apply to CASAC counselors are discussed with an emphasis on critical thinking in the resolution of common ethical dilemmas. The counselor-client relationship with its professional and ethical responsibilities are stressed, including with regard to mandatory reporting; access to care and funding/block grant requirements; and use of new/emerging technology. 

Prerequisite(s): SAC 2000  and SAC 2200  
Department: Allied Health, Mental Health and Human Services



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