Program Overview

This course is intended for professionals working in the mental health care field (therapists, social workers, psychologist) in addition to individuals working in public health, education, and criminal justice. The Law and Ethics course will review the ethical and legal matters that clinicians face on a daily basis.

This course will meet the 6-hour CEU Ethics requirement for individuals that are renewing their license in the state of California with the Board of Behavioral Sciences. This course also satisfies the California BBS Law and Ethics training requirements under (18887.3) for LMFT, LPCC, LCSC, and Educational Psychologists in addition to the BOP requirements for psychologists.

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At a Glance

Extended Education
Approximately 6 hours
Up to 6 months to complete coursework
6 CEs
Continuing Education Credit recognized by BBS
$150
No additional materials required

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Self-Paced

Move at your own pace as your schedule allows – no specific start times or dates.

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Need help with an assignment? Submit your questions directly to the instructor for quick replies.

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This course features interactive assignments and authentic assessments. 

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Upon successful mastery of this course, you will be able to:
  • Interpret the role of ethics and values within clinical practice
  • Acquire relevant information about the roles within the counseling process and components of diversity to ensure overall cultural competence
  • Describe the role of mental health clinicians regarding responsibilities related to duty to warn in the state of California
  • Analyze appropriate clinical boundaries and ways to avoid clinical mishaps

Please note: CE credit is verified for California participants, requirements vary by state. Students should check their state boards before registering for these courses. You may be eligible for tuition reimbursement, check with your employer to see if you qualify.

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University of Massachusetts Global is recognized by the (BBS) California Board of Behavioral Sciences to provide continuing education credit per BPC Section 1887.4.3.