CGPS 769 - Professional Orientation and Ethics in Counseling

An introductory study of the history and philosophy of the counseling profession, this course will detail the professional counselor’s role, function, and relationship with other human service providers. Also addressed is the primary counseling organization, the American Counseling Association (ACA), its divisions, branches, and affiliates, public and private policy processes, the counselor’s role as an advocate in the global community, the ACA Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. 3 credits