Prior to answering this discussion question, please review the codes of ethics from both the American Association of Christian Counselors and the American Counseling Association. These resources are located in your topic Resources for this week.
The ACA Code of Ethics must always be followed by professional counselors. If a counselor decides to specifically become a Christian counselor, must they abide by both sets of codes (American Counseling Association and American Association of Christian Counselors)? What are some considerations for counselors in this scenario? In addition, what is the major role of the counselor when working with other mental health professionals? Please refer to the “Graduate Field Experience Manual” when responding.
The DQ response must be 150-200 words and have at least one citation and one scholarly source to support your response. Cite any references accordingly using in-text citations and a reference list in APA format.
This discussion question is informed by the following CACREP Standard:
1.M. Before or at the beginning of the first term of enrollment in the academic unit, the program provides a new student orientation during which a student handbook is disseminated and discussed, students’ ethical and professional obligations and personal growth expectations as counselors-in-training are explained, and eligibility for licensure/certification is reviewed.
