MFT / LCSW

NBCC Code of Ethics

0.75 - CE credit hours training

$5.00 - Cost of course

This page contains important information about the course, including training details, a comprehensive course description, learning objectives, and source references. We encourage you to review each section to gain a clear understanding of the course content, educational goals, and supporting materials before beginning your training and taking the POST TEST below.

Target audience and instructional level of this course: foundational
There is no known conflict of interest or commercial support related to this CE program.

NBCC Code of Ethics

Follow the link below, read the material and then take the 7 question post test

Read the Course Material:
NBCC Code of Ethics - 2012

7 Questions

1. From "Preamble" The NBCC Code of Ethics is applicable to"
2. From "Prevent Harm" Therapists can become incapacitated or die while still in active practice. What does the Code require therapists to do in anticipation of such a circumstance?
3. From Scope of Services - If a counselor is considering using an experimental approach, what does the Ethics Code require?
4. From Communicating Truthfully - If a counselor and client communicate via e-mail about the client's change of address, must this communication be included as part of the client's record?
5. From Damaging Trust - Counselors are allowed to solicit testimonials from former clients two years after termination of service.
6. From Active participation of clients, students, and supervisees - Prior to the use of a test or assessment counselors are required to provide a number of things to the person being tested.. Which of the following is NOT required?
7. From Accountability of actions and adherence to professional standards - A counselor is giving a public presentation to a group of parents. Must the counselor's statements in the presentation be consistent with the Code of Ethics?
The National Board for Certified Counselors' Code of Ethics (2012) is presented.
  • Describe the principles and practices outlined in the NBCC Code of Ethics.
NBCC Board of Directors