This 6-hour Continuing Education training fulfills the crucial Law and Ethics requirement for your two-year recertification. This program goes beyond just meeting a mandate; it equips you with a robust understanding of the legal and ethical landscape of peer support.
Through engaging content, you'll explore core principles and relevant laws, empowering you to navigate your work with greater clarity and integrity. While this course provides a powerful framework for ethical decision-making, it also teaches you to recognize when to seek additional support, ensuring you can confidently address complex situations and maintain essential professional boundaries.
Key Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Navigate Legal & Ethical Safety: Comprehend the legal and ethical considerations vital for safety within the CMPSS role.
- Define Your Scope: Clearly describe your role, understanding the boundaries between CMPSS and other behavioral health professions.
- Master Core Terminology: Articulate the meaning of essential terms such as Cultural Humility, DEIA, HIPAA, PHI, Implicit Bias, Microaggression, and Person-First Language.
- Uphold Confidentiality: Grasp the paramount importance of confidentiality, including specific circumstances when it may need to be breached (Tarasoff).
- Support Children & Families: Understand applicable laws concerning the support of children and their parents/caregivers.
- Leverage Telehealth: Articulate how Telehealth can enhance services for those seeking support.
- Respond to Crises: Effectively articulate methods for supporting individuals in diverse crisis scenarios.
- Resource & Refer: Demonstrate proficiency in researching and disseminating valuable resources to meet client needs.
