Description: 3.0 CONTACT HOURS of continuing ed. (HIV and Ethics)

Learn the basics of HIV and Hep C counseling, screening, assessment, testing, treatment, case management and referral. We will look at the ethical implications of not assessing for HIV and Hep C in a clinical assessment as well as the ethics of knowing your resources for HIV/Hep C positive clients.

We’ll learn about the most recent counseling strategies for all populations including prevention and screening, most recent medical treatments, current testing options, psychoeducational resources, and treatment options should a client test positive. Ethics is built into this training to support counselors in knowing their ethical responsibilities to address HIV/Hep C in the clinical assessment and in addressing HIV/Hep C based on a client’s culture and gender orientation. NCASPPB approved. See NBCC approval statement below. 3.0 CONTACT HOURS of continuing ed.

Objectives:

1. Learn and or review the basic and advanced counseling skills involved with HIV and Hep C counseling, ethically applying these skills to diverse populations.

2. Learn and or review the most recent testing for and treatment of HIV and Hep C and the ethical obligation to inform your clients about the most up to date resources.

INSTRUCTOR: Linda Harrison, NCC, LCMHCS, CCS, MAC

National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Approval Statement:

Asheville Counseling, Clinical Supervision and Training has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6957. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Asheville Counseling, Clinical Supervision and Training is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.