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PSY8330 Capella University Ethical Resource Portfolio Paper

PSY8330 Capella University Ethical Resource Portfolio Paper

PSY8330 Capella University Ethical Resource Portfolio Paper

OVERVIEW

As a practicing psychologist, you will be legally and ethically bound by numerous principles, codes of conduct, and laws designed to protect clients, research subjects, and yourself. In addition to federal and national laws and standards, you will be bound by state laws and licensing agencies. You will also need to be familiar with laws and resources dealing with special populations such as ethnic minority groups, the aging, minors, undocumented immigrants, minors, GLBTQs, armed services members, and the incarcerated. Finally, your portfolio should include resources that specifically address risk management.

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The laws and guidelines governing your practice are extensive and updated often, so it is critical that you are able to find current legal and ethical resources needed for your work as a professional psychologist.

INSTRUCTIONS

For this assignment, develop a portfolio of legal and ethical resources that include national standards, as well as those specific to the state in which you plan to practice. You will refer to this portfolio throughout the course for discussions and case study activities.

In your portfolio, provide links for the resources; if the links are not available, provide contact information for the agency or association. Please refer to the course library guide linked in Resources for assistance.

At a minimum, include the following in your portfolio:

  • APA documents or links.
  • Mental health law codes.
  • State mental health laws.
  • State codes of conduct.
  • State psychological association documents or links.
  • State psychology board resources and links.
  • Resources specific to special populations.
  • Guidelines governing forensics.
  • Other resources specific to your anticipated or current clientele.
  • Guidelines for conducting ethical research with clinical populations.

You may organize this portfolio as you see fit. Before submitting your assignment, review the assignment scoring guide to ensure that you meet all criteria.

RESOURCES

State: Georgia