**Review** Graduate Catalog 2026-2027

APCE 657 Ethical, Legal Standards, and Professional Orientation to Counseling and Psychology

The course covers the interrelationship of ethical standards and legal regulation in professional counseling, psychology and education. Ethical standards, legal regulations, and litigation are examined in regard to professional conduct and practice. This course provides a conceptual foundation for the counseling and psychology profession. This course places the profession in an historical context; introduces associations, licensure, certification, accreditation, codes of ethics, and practice settings.

Credits

3

Offered

Generally offered Fall, Spring, and/or Annually

Level Restriction

Include GR