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Revisiting Florida's Laws and Rules for Mental Health Practice
3 hours
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$32
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Course
Learn about the ethical, legal, and decision-making guidelines in Florida's mental health practice. Dive into topics like consent, confidentiality, and professional liability, and connect them to specific Florida statutes and case law for enhanced patient care and reduced legal risk.
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Revisiting Florida's Laws and Rules for Mental Health Practice
3.0 Credits / CME HoursText
Learn about the ethical, legal, and decision-making guidelines in Florida's mental health practice. Dive into topics like consent, confidentiality, and professional liability, and connect them to specific Florida statutes and case law for enhanced patient care and reduced legal risk.
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What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:
Describe the ethical and legal requirements for mental health professionals as outlined in Florida law and ethical codes.
Identify the causes and common types of ethical issues that can arise in a therapeutic relationship.
Define the core competencies of a mental health professional along with the steps that the practitioner should take to maintain competence.
Define cultural competence and the role that it plays in the therapeutic relationship.
Define confidentiality and informed consent along with any limits to these concepts within the therapeutic relationship.
Identify the requirements for mandated reporting of child or elder abuse.
Discuss the issues and dynamics of dual and sexual relationships between therapists and clients.
Outline the steps for assessing and reducing suicide risk.
Discuss the importance of recognizing when psychiatric symptoms are medical in origin.
Identify common ethical issues relating to the “business” of mental health practice.
Course description
This course will provide the mental health professional with a review of ethical, legal, and decision-making guidelines pertaining to the practice of mental health with an emphasis on information relevant to Florida practitioners and the populations that they serve. As the mental health landscape evolves, staying abreast of the latest legal nuances becomes crucial for both practitioners and their clients. The intricacies of Florida's mental health laws pose unique challenges that necessitate specialized knowledge.
With a focus on real-world applications, the course covers areas such as consent, confidentiality, duty to warn, and professional liability, and connects these to specific Florida statutes and case law. By fostering a nuanced understanding of these complex regulations, healthcare professionals can navigate the mental health system in Florida with greater confidence and efficiency, ultimately leading to improved patient care and reduced legal risk.
Course content
Introduction
Overview of Social Work as a Function of State Government
Family Therapy and Counseling Professions in Florida
Overview of Ethical and Legal Requirements for Social Workers, Counselors, and Therapists
How Do Ethical Problems Occur?
What Happens When Ethical Standards and Legal Standards Are Inconsistent?
Achieving and Maintaining Competence
Professional Competence
Impairment Affecting Competence
Cultural Competence
Informed Consent
Confidentiality
Baker Act
Psychotherapist/Patient Privilege
Mandated Reporting Requirements
Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect
Recognizing Elder Abuse and Neglect
Duty to Protect
The Dynamics of Dual Relationships
Non-Sexual Dual Relationships
Sexual Relationships With Clients
Assessing and Responding to Suicide Risk
Failure to Detect Medical Conditions
Ethics and the Business of Mental Health Practice
Conclusion
References
Post-Test
Course details
CE Broker ID20-667224
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
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Instructor
Jennifer A. CatalineMA, LPCC-S, LICDC
Jennifer A. CatalineMA, LPCC-S, LICDC
Jennifer A. Cataline is a highly experienced mental health clinician with over two decades of experience. She currently works at Maryhaven in Marysville, Ohio, performing diagnostic assessments, individual counseling for mental health and substance use disorders, and facilitating anger management groups. From 2016 to 2021, she operated her private practice, Clearview Services, and supervised the Clearview Driver Intervention Program. Cataline also served as a part-time SUD clinician at the Family Resource Center in Findlay, Ohio, and taught addiction counseling theories at The University of Findlay as an adjunct faculty member. She was a Senior Clinical Manager at A Renewed Mind, overseeing program and staff development. Her early career included roles at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Wyandot Counseling Associates, and Family Resource Centers, handling diagnostic assessments and counseling. Cataline holds a Master of Arts in Counseling from Heidelberg College.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
Licensed Mental Health CounselorSocial Worker InternLicensed Social WorkerLicensed Clinical Social WorkerCertified Master Social WorkerLicensed Independent Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Independent Social WorkerLicensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerLicensed Mental Health Counselor InternLicensed Masters Social WorkerMaster's Social WorkLicensed Certified Social WorkerLicensed Baccalaureate Social WorkerLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist InternLicensed Independent Social Worker DualRegistered Social Worker AssistantLicensed Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist SupervisorBachelor's Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Advanced PracticeLicensed Graduate Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice
Accreditations
AchieveCE (50-20641) is an approved provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling; the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board; and the West Virginia Board of Social Work; the Tennessee Board of Social Workers; the Michigan Board of Social Work. The Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board accepts approval from another states licensing board for counselors, social workers, marriage, and family therapists.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Revisiting Florida's Laws and Rules for Mental Health Practice", provides 3 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Mental Health. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Social Worker Intern, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Master's Social Work, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
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Dawn O.Nutritionist
Verified reviewI am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Requirements & disclosures
Passing Grade
Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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