Classroom Course » Ethics in Contemporary Mental Health Practice and HIV/AIDS

Dates & Times:
April 13, Monday 9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
Hosted By:
DBH Training Institute

Registration is Closed

Description:

This training will be a survey of ethical issues in contemporary mental health practice, and a facilitated discussion of those issues.  We will discuss the difference between codes of ethics and regulations governing practice; we will explore common ethical issues, including boundary violations, dual relationships, and mandated reporting; and, we will discuss examples of ethical dilemmas.  We will examine ethical issues affecting both direct practice (work with clients) and indirect practice (administration and supervision) with a special focus (3 hours) on ethical issues when working with individuals with HIV/AIDS. Please note that this training should meet criteria for both the required 6 hours of Ethics CEUs and HIV/AIDS training CEUs for social workers in the District of Columbia.

Objective:

1. Identify ethical issues in contemporary mental health practice

2. Develop skills in applying relevant ethics concepts and theories of ethics to social work practice

3. Increase knowledge of ethical issues in HIV/AIDS with specifics related to Washington DC

Intended Audience:
General Public
Venue:
Saint Elizabeths Hospital Auditorium
1100 Alabama Avenue, SE
Washington, District of Columbia 20032
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Driving Directions:
The hospital is located off Alabama Avenue in the Southeast section of Washington DC. It is also metro accessible via the green line at Congress Heights, which is located adjacent to the hospital.
Parking:
Turn right after passing the security guard near the front entrance of the hospital grounds. There will be a gravel parking lot on the right. After parking, exit the lot and walk right toward the new hospital building. The auditorium is located left of the reception desk after entering the hospital.
Certificates:
APA CE Certificate details
DBH Training Institute Certificate details
Social Work/Counseling CEU Certificate details
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