AAFP: Ethics in Forensic Practice
4 hours | 4 CEs
This on-demand professional training program on Ethics in Forensic Practice is presented by Michelle R. Guyton, PhD, ABPP, in partnership with the American Academy of Forensic Psychology. (AAFP).
This program uses a case-based approach with active discussion to consider several ethical issues pertaining to forensic practice. Cases focus on competence in general and with culturally and linguistically diverse individuals and managing complex professional relationships. Ethical principles from psychology and psychiatry are explored and applied to different cases.
Intended Audience
This on-demand professional training program is intended for mental health and other allied professionals
Experience Level
This on-demand professional training program is appropriate for beginner, intermediate, and advanced level clinicians.
CE / CPD Credit
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Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program you will be able to:
Describe and distinguish main ethical mandates in civil and criminal forensic cases
Describe and utilize an ethical decision-making model to manage a range of ethical dilemmas in forensic matters
Describe key ethical principles and obligations as applied to a number of diversity issues
Presented By
Michelle R. Guyton, PhD, ABPP
Michelle Guyton co-owns the Northwest Forensic Institute, providing evaluations and education in forensic psychology since 2008. She is a licensed psychologist and certified forensic evaluator in Oregon. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degree in psychology at Sam Houston State University and ...
Curriculum
1. Introduction
2. Ethical Decision Making
3. Competence
4. Diligence & Relationships
5. Fee Arrangements
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CE Credit
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Convenience & Flexibility
Learn at your own pace, from wherever you might be!
Program Partner
American Academy of Forensic Psychology (AAFP)
We are proud to partner with the American Academy of Forensic Psychology (AAFP) for this training. AAFP is a non-profit organization of board-certified forensic psychologists whose mission is to contribute to the development and maintenance of forensic psychology as a specialized field of study, research, and practice. The Academy does this by providing high-quality continuing education workshops, providing a forum for the exchange of scientific information among its members, and conferring awards upon outstanding students and practitioners in the field of forensic psychology.
