Where's the Line? Navigating Ethics of Dual Relationships and Boundaries
On-Demand Pre-Recorded
The client and therapist relationship - how do clinicians navigate the possibility of a dual relationship? What ethical principles and standards should be considered? These are both important questions that will be addressed in this workshop on the ethical considerations of dual relationships. This engaging and interactive training will help learners to increase their clinical judgment in identifying appropriate professional relationships with clients. Categories of dual relationships will be presented, and discussion will center on using critical thinking skills to identify best practices. Special consideration will be given to diversity in dual relationships, such as rural settings and racial and ethnic influences on dual relationships.
The presenter provides a wealth of knowledge and discusses real-life examples and experiences to further participants’ understanding of the material. This course not only provides 3 ethics credit hours, but by the conclusion, clinicians will be better prepared to navigate the confusing and ambiguous issues around dual relationships and boundaries.
Target Audience
Mental health professionals including social workers, licensed professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, licensed addictions counselors
Course Level
Beginner
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Course Instructor
Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW
Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri and Kansas with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. She has held clinical positions as an outpatient and in-home therapist and clinical supervisor. Diane was an Adjunct Professor of Social Work for 10 years at The University of Kansas, School of Social Welfare and a Field Liaison and Field Instructor. She has also held administrative positions as a program Director and Coordinator. Diane is a popular local and national trainer on a wide variety of mental health and workplace development topics for clinicians and corporations. Diane is most passionate about providing quality professional development to clinicians, employees, and leaders. For fun, Diane loves to spoil her four Dachshunds and rock out to 80’s music.
Course Objectives
After attending this training, participants will be able to...
· Identify qualities of dual relationships and at least three key considerations.
· Employ at least five strategies to have ethical boundaries and relationships with clients.
· Build confidence in assessing professional roles in ethical dilemmas involving dual relationships.
Course Agenda
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CE Information
CE Credit Hour Information
National Approvals
ASWB Approved Continuing Education (ACE) Provider
Maryland CEU Institute, #1816, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Maryland CEU Institute maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 05/04/2023 – 05/04/2026.
Social workers completing this course receive 3.0 ethics continuing education credits.
NBCC - National Board for Certified Counselors
Maryland CEU Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No.7347. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Maryland CEU Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
3.0 Ethics NBCC Home Study Credit Hours
State-Level Approvals
Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners Authorized Sponsor
Maryland CEU Institute/Optimal Life Solutions, LLC is an authorized sponsor of the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners under the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland and maintains full responsibility for this program. To learn more about CE requirements and Category I and II activities please visit the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners Website.
3.0 Ethics Category II Maryland Social Work Credit Hours
District of Columbia Board of Social Work
Maryland CEU Institute has received approval to provide continuing education credit hours through the DC Board of Social Work.
3.0 Ethics DC Social Work Credit Hours
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ON-DEMAND HOME-STUDY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION​
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Course Interaction & System Requirements:
This pre-recorded video-based online course is self-paced and has no real-time or live interaction (non-interactive). The course does include video-based prompts and activities to be completed in the accompanying downloadable course workbook. Course questions can be directed to info@marylandceu.com
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CE and Course Completion Requirements:
To earn the full CE Credit Hours and successfully complete this course participants are required to:
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Enroll in the course and complete the attendee attestation at the start of the course.
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Watch course videos in full and in order and complete course activities.
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Receive a passing score of at least 80% on all course quizzes. Quizzes may be retaken by participants.
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Complete the required course evaluation at the conclusion of the course.
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A code will be sent to participants who have completed the course and the evaluation. Using this code participants must complete the final Code Quiz at the end of the training to receive their certificate.
Refund and Cancellations:
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