Ethics & Risk Management: Expert Tips 7

Bruce Borkosky, PsyD; Edward Zuckerman, PhD; Eric A. Harris, JD, EdD; et al.
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Course Abstract

Ethics & Risk Management: Expert Tips 7 is a 3-hour online continuing education (CE) course that addresses a variety of ethics and risk management topics in the form of 22 archived articles from The National Psychologist and is intended for psychotherapists of all specialties. Topics include:

Why the Mismatch and What Do I Do?
What Malpractice Insurance Isn’t
An Ethical Prohibition That Isn’t – And Never Really Was
Documentation, Lawyers and Common Sense
Hot Topics in Psychological Practice
Self-Care Important for Psychologists and Graduate Students
I Confess … 
Forensic Psychology IS a Specialty 
Ethics with Feeling
Vague Standards, Guidelines, Laws Create Telepsychology Risks 
Patient Access to Records: The Invisible Confidentiality Right
The Minefield of Divorce Counseling 
Ethics, Psychology and the Prison Mess
Risks Accompany Benefits of Telecommunications
Most Psychologists Misinformed on ‘Duty to Warn’
Legal Pitfalls in Treating Borderline Personality Disorder
Ethical Issues in Assessing & Treating Elite Athletes
Electronic Health Records Raise New Ethical Concerns
Legal, Clinical, and Ethical Implications of Legalized Marijuana
Test Security Must be Maintained
No Thinking Allowed: Ethics in Reverse
Employ Spiritual Practices Ethically

Closeout Course #30-81 | 2015 |  43 pages | 34 posttest questions

Learning Objectives

  1. Identify the ethical issues and risks involved in divorce and child custody cases
  2. List strategies for keeping test data, medical records, and other documentation safe
  3. Name unique skills required for the specialty practice of forensic psychology
  4. Describe ethical issues and risks involved in work with borderline personality disorder and dangerous clients
  5. Identify ethical risks posed by telecommunications, telepsychology, and electronic health records
  6. List legal, clinical, and ethical issues associated with the legalization of marijuana

Course Directions

This online course provides instant access to the course materials (PDF download) and CE test. The course is text-based (reading) and the CE test is open-book (you can print the test to mark your answers on it while reading the course document).

Successful completion of this course involves passing an online test (80% required, 3 chances to take) and we ask that you also complete a brief course evaluation.

About the Author(s)

Bruce Borkosky, PsyD : Find out More

Bruce Borkosky, PsyD, is a clinical and forensic psychologist in Sebring, FL. He is available for consultation in the areas of licensing complaints, ethics, informed consent, records, confidentiality, privilege, access and HIPAA. His website is: http://www.fl-forensic.com/ (Note: his article with citations is available at http://bit.ly/19lsHZC)

Disclosure

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Financial: No relevant financial relationship exists.
Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists. 

Edward Zuckerman, PhD : Find out More

Edward Zuckerman, PhD, has worked in community mental health, taught at the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon and was in independent practice for almost 20 years. He earned his PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Zuckerman is the author of the best-selling The Paper Office, which contains all the forms and guidance one needs to operate a private practice legally, ethically, and profitably (see www.theclinicianstoolbox.com). Dr. Zuckerman also edits the series of books called The Clinician’s Toolbox for Guilford Press.

Disclosure

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Financial: Dr. Zuckerman is an author for Professional Development Resources and receives royalties on sales of his courses.

Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

Eric A. Harris, JD, EdD : Find out More

Eric A. Harris, JD, EdD, is a lawyer and psychologist. He is in part-time clinical practice. He is a consultant and has lectured on risk management and managed care issues. He may be reached by e-mail at: Jegseah@aol.com

Disclosure

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Financial: No relevant financial relationship exists.
Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

CE Information

Counseling

National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) Approved Continuing Education Provider

Professional Development Resources (PDR) has been approved by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 5590. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. PDR is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Professional Development Resources is CE Broker compliant (#50-1635 - all courses are reported within two business days of completion). Professional Development Resources, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors (#MHC-0135 - Note: New York counselors will receive 3 continuing education credits for completing this self-study course).


Marriage and Family Therapy

American Psychological Association Approved Sponsor

Professional Development Resources is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Professional Development Resources maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Professional Development Resources is also approved by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC ACEP #5590); the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB #1046, ACE Program); the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists (#MFT-0100 - Note: New York MFTs will receive 3 continuing education credit(s) for completing this self-study course); the Texas Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists (#114); and is CE Broker compliant (#50-1635 - all courses are reported within two business days of completion).

Psychology

American Psychological Association Approved Sponsor

Professional Development Resources is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Professional Development Resources maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Professional Development Resources is CE Broker compliant (#50-1635 - all courses are reported within two business days of completion). Professional Development Resources, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists (#PSY-0145).

School Psychology

American Psychological Association Approved Sponsor

Professional Development Resources is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Professional Development Resources maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Professional Development Resources is CE Broker compliant (#50-1635 - all courses are reported within two business days of completion). Professional Development Resources, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists (#PSY-0145).

Social Work

Association of Social Work Boards ACE Approved continuing education provider

Professional Development Resources, #1046, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 6/12/2022 - 6/12/2025. Social workers completing this course receive 3 ethics continuing education credits.

Professional Development Resources is CE Broker compliant (#50-1635 - all courses are reported within two business days of completion). Professional Development Resources, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers (#SW-0664 - Note: New York social workers will receive 3 continuing education credit(s) for completing this self-study course). Professional Development Resources is also approved by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners (#5678).

Customer Testimonials

A.W. (Psychologist)

Articles were very well written & illustrations were entertaining and elucidating. Topics and tips were very useful. 

R.B. (Psychologist)

Overall, articles were interesting and very good.  The articles were enjoyed.

K.B. (Counselor)

This was a really informative course.  It packed an awful lot into a short course.

S.P. (Social Worker)

I greatly appreciate that I had the chance to do this course, now it opens more questions, but this is good. 

R.A. (Psychologist)

The information was presented in a concise and easy to read format.

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L.L. (Counselor)

I will use more of your courses in the future. I thought the course was up to date and very helpful.

I.S. (Psychologist)

Very well done.  Lots of good information for the practicing psychologist.

E.S. (Psychologist)

This course was one of the most informative and interesting courses I have even taken in Ethics.  Relevant to clinical practice and covered many various and compelling topics.  Thank you for offering it.

J.P. (Counseling)

Very well done overall. I like the push to read what people in the field are writing and reflect on it.

J.E. (Social Worker)

Great way to get my CE for ethics-information was interestng and relevant!

S.T. (Psychologist)

It was a good experience, and I learned a lot of useful information.

D.C. (Psychologist)

I found several test questions difficult to relate to material.

A.R. (Counselor)

I really like the variety of subjects and authors.

J.G. (Social Worker)

Very clear and well presented materials.

D.N. (Psychologist)

A good dispersion of current, relevant topics

L.S. (Psychologist)

This was actually really good.  I dreaded doing it but ended up learning a lot. Really glad I picked this one. It has the most recent issues that are relevant in today's day and age so yes, excellent.

M.R. (Social Worker)

Very happy with this course.

J.C. (Psychologist)

I like the multiple article format.

R.M. (Psychologist)

Excellent organization of material.

A.V. (Psychologist)

Thank you. I enjoyed this course tremendously and will keep it for reference.

L.C. (Counselor)

This was comprehensive and applicable.

D.W. (Counseling)

I find the materials you produce on this topic most helpful.

L.G. (Counseling)

I enjoyed reading the Ethics section. I think this was one of the most interesting ethics courses I've taken. The short articles by experts pertaining to various aspects of practice were up to date. The information on using social media, dealing with divorce situations and changes in marijuana laws was helpful.

L.C. (Psychologist)

As in previous years, the content of the articles was interesting and relevant.  I especially enjoyed the eclectic variety of this compilation of articles.

A.L. (Psychologist)

Loved the format and the range of topics. Felt it was quite up to date.

D.B. (Psychologist)

Interesting scenarios and up to date information.

J.S. (Psychologist)

This was a unique experience for me, and I (contrary to expectations) enjoyed the challenge! Most of the "articles" were well written and engaging. The topics covered a wide range of actual practice areas and ethical quandaries that ware quite realistic. I felt "instructed," not just "tested," and actually caught up on some of my neglected topic areas that are now stimulating my interest once again. Thank you for a job well done!

S.A. (Counseling)

I felt the course was adequately expansive, covering a wide array of topics that could potentially be risky for professionals, and used common sense reasoning for resolution.

K.G. (School Psychology)

Good comprehensive review of current ethical issues.

S.R. (Psychology)

Having the variety of topics covered was interesting.

K.R. (Counselor)

Interesting, easy to follow articles and good information.

K.H. (Psychologist)

If I recall correctly, this study was based on the bimonthly periodical of the APA which has ethics articles.  I really loved the fact that I learned many bits and pieces from various ethics areas in this one sitting.  It took me quite awhile to get through everything though because I had to change gears and I like to take notes.  Well done!

S.D. (Psychology)

I like these courses and actually look forward to taking them.

G.C-R. (SW)

I greatly appreciate that I had the chance to do this course. Now it opens more questions but this is good. The areas involved in Ethics and Risk Management are so important at the same time of interesting that one gets involved in these articles time and again. To tell you the truth, it has taken a lot longer than any other courses taken with your good organization. I am so glad to have come across you. Back to the course. It is extensive but this way is also life, and it keeps getting more and more complicated all the time. Our self care, as one question addresses, is at risk, so undoubtedly we have to keep a balance between career and ourselves to be able to be relatively at peace to address all the complex issues that appear at any corner of our practice.

A.B. (MHC)

This course was filled with useful information that I will be able to use in my practice.

D.F. (MHC)

Very informative. This course really expanded my professional counseling knowledge base.

M.L. (MFT)

The material presented was interesting, applicable, and maintained my attention.

M.W. (MHC)

Thank you. The chosen articles were helpful for current ethical situations dealt with in my practice.

K.S. (MHC)

I really like the way that the course and the test and evaluation are set up. I don't have to squint. I can sit back and read...very comfortable.The course material was timely and in depth. Thank you!

C.C. (PY)

This is a very comprehensive course.  As always, it is very thought provoking, and reinforces the ethical standards of practice.  Excellent.

C.B.W. (MHC)

It was a very good learning experience and covered so many of the latest issues in the field.

H.C. (PY)

this course took me much longer to complete than I expected. I learned a great deal. It made me rethink some long held ideas.

V.K. (PY)

I found this course useful not only from an informational standpoint, but also in sharpening the way I think about the issues and complexities on my own.  That's a good balance from my perspective.

T.C. (PY)

I like these Ethics & Risk Management: Expert Tips courses. I think I've taken every one offered & hope there is a number 8 & 9 etc available. The content is substantial, varied & maintains interest because of the different articles & authors. Each article is relevant even though it may address a different area of practice.For example, I may not work with athletes or practice online, but the article is still helpful & relevant because of the general ethics involved, as well as understanding the author's decision-making process regarding specific ethics. PDR- Thank you for your help in completing my CEUs!

A.M. (PY)

I appreciated the variety of articles and topics addressed, Thank you!

C.C. (MHC)

Thank you for the timely and important 'Expert Tips' discussed in this Ethics and Risk Management course. Keep up the good work!

M.K. (PY)

I liked the format of this course, with different authors of short articles on different but related topics. It was easier to work on, then pause and come back to. More importantly, it focused my attention on one particular issue of ethics, rather than being an overall view in one article. Who knew we had to consider ethics in treating athletes, for instance? Thank you for another good course.

R.T. (SW)

Excellent course with a lot of good material. Thanks!

I.L. (PY)

I really enjoyed the way this course was presented as a series of individual articles.

K.A. (PY)

Very practical and easy to understand. Excellent format with brief chapters.

K.M. (MHC)

A lot of variety, and thought-provoking situations, which will keep me attuned to the ethical problems, issues, and pitfalls of being a psychologist.

F. P. (PY)

Thank you. This is an awesome year-end CEU option!! 

P.P. (PY)

Excellent presentation and many helpful ideas.

A nice cross-section of ethical challenges in many areas of practice.