Counseling Ethics and Responsibilities

What is the main focus of this module?

This module allows learners to write in it.

What are the expected learning outcomes after going through the module?

In the pre-test, write 'E' for Ethical and '______' for ______nethical: Rodrigo’s client has Tuberculosis. The client begged Rodrigo not to let anyone know about his condition, but Rodrigo did not follow his client’s wish.

In the pre-test, write 'E' for Ethical and '______' for ______nethical: Salvador does not faithfully keep records believing it does not significantly affect his relationship with clients.

In the pre-test, write '______' for ______thical and 'U' for Unethical: Vitaliano set a session where he can converse with the student and teacher after an accusation of unfair grading.

What activities are suggested to concretize learning from the module?

Overview of the Module

Self-paced learning material designed for student-centered study in a home setting.
Focuses on counseling professionals and practitioners, emphasizing their rights, responsibilities, and accountabilities.
Aims to clarify the distinction between ethical and unethical behaviors in counseling.

Learning Objectives

Identify counselors' rights and responsibilities regarding counseling relationships and confidentiality.
Explain ethical decision-making based on the Code of Conduct for counselors.
Create a brochure or other creative output highlighting counselor responsibilities.

Most Essential Learning Competencies (MELC)

Differentiate between social sciences and applied social sciences.
Understand the goals and scope of counseling practices.
Explain the fundamental principles that guide counseling.

Important Guidelines

Students should refrain from writing directly in the module since it's a government property.
All activities should be completed on separate sheets of paper.
Incorporate various forms of expression in the final project, including poems, illustrations, and scripts.

Ethical Considerations in Counseling

Importance of maintaining confidentiality in client-counselor relationships.
Ethical dilemmas arise when counselors must balance confidentiality with necessary disclosures.
Decisions made by counselors can be evaluated as ethical or unethical based on specific behavior examples discussed in pre-tests.

Assessment and Activities

Engage in pre-tests where counselors are evaluated based on hypothetical scenarios as either ethical (E) or unethical (U).
Activities in the module test knowledge retention and understanding of core counseling principles.
Creativity is encouraged in final project outputs, fostering engagement and application of learned concepts.

This quiz focuses on the ethical and professional responsibilities of counselors. It covers essential topics such as confidentiality, the Code of Conduct, and the distinction between ethical and unethical counseling practices. By engaging with this material, you will deepen your understanding of the counselor's role and its implications in practice.