The Intersection Of Ethics And Culture: Exploring Considerations and Case Studies (3HR) Presented by Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW

The Intersection Of Ethics And Culture: Exploring Considerations and Case Studies (3HR)

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Categories: Clinical, Cultural Competence, Ethics, General Skill Building, Online Course Tags: clinical, cultural competence, ethics, general skill building, stripe, Stripe only

Description

Clinicians who value the cultural aspects of their clients demonstrate acceptance and ethical practice. How do culture and ethics intersect? This training will provide an overview of fundamental cultural concepts relevant to clinical practice. Ethical considerations related to culture will be explored and case studies will illuminate the dilemmas that practitioners may encounter. Learners will be encouraged to explore their practices around resolving ethical dilemmas involving culture and receive valuable recommendations and frameworks for appropriately comprehensively addressing culturally based ethical dilemmas.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

Describe at least three cultural concepts relevant to clinical practice
Identify two ethical frameworks for resolving dilemmas involving culture
Evaluate culturally based ethical dilemmas to determine the best courses of action

Social workers completing this course receive 3 Ethics asynchronous continuing education credits.

For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 3 hours of Ethics, Clinical, Cultural Competence, and General Skill Building continuing education training.

Course Instructor: Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW

Recording Date: 6/01/2024

Course Format

Course Format: Recorded Live Webinar with downloadable presentation slides and/or handouts, evaluation, and a required quiz. The learner is required to pass with a 70% or higher to achieve the CE certificate of completion. The learner is able to reset the test until a satisfactory score is achieved.

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Syllabus

The Intersection of Ethics and Culture: Exploring Considerations and Case Studies (3HR) Syllbus

I. Understanding Culture in Clinical Practice

Define culture and its deep vs surface dimensions
Explore how cultural assumptions influence behavior and meaning-making
Discuss the role of cultural humility as a lifelong practice

II. Core Ethical Principles and Cultural Relevance

Review principles of autonomy, nonmaleficence, beneficence, justice, and fidelity
Identify how these principles interact with diverse cultural norms
Explore ethical dilemmas when cultural practices conflict with professional codes

III. Ethical Guidelines and Multicultural Competency Standards

Examine NASW, APA, ACA, and AAMFT ethical codes on cultural competence
Review guidelines for gift-giving, assessment, informed consent, and diagnosis
Emphasize the need for cultural awareness in counselor-client dynamics

IV. Cultural Ethical Dilemmas and Clinical Scenarios

Analyze case vignettes involving language barriers, gift-giving, family roles, and confidentiality
Discuss dual relationships and bartering in culturally nuanced situations
Address how to navigate personal values and professional boundaries

V. Ethical Decision-Making Models

Introduce frameworks including the EDM Model, Multicultural EDM, and 4-Box Method
Practice case analysis using ethical steps inside and outside the therapy office
Encourage consultation, supervision, and collaborative reflection

VI. Diverse Ethical Perspectives and Cultural Theories

Explore ethical relativism, universalism, absolutism, and utilitarianism
Introduce caring and reciprocal empathy as a culturally responsive ethical lens
Assign case responses to ethical perspectives for deeper analysis

VII. Cultural Humility and the Counselor’s Self-Awareness

Highlight the importance of self-reflection, openness, and ego-lessness
Review the Cultural Humility Scale and RCID model
Discuss how power, privilege, and identity impact therapeutic relationships

VIII. Cultural Formulation and Assessment Tools

Use the DSM-5 Cultural Formulation Interview (CFI) to guide assessment
Introduce the Culturagram, Helpful Phrases for Exploration, and cultural inquiry worksheets
Apply cultural assessment to treatment planning, client engagement, and diagnosis

IX. Addressing Cultural Disparities and Health Equity

Understand how cultural bias shapes access, engagement, and mental health outcomes
Explore real-life examples of coalition decision-making and cultural community concerns
Emphasize the value of strengths-based and community-informed perspectives

X. Case Study Integration and Practical Application

Apply theory to practice using extended case examples (e.g., Mr. S., Maria Elena, Victor)
Explore dilemmas involving confidentiality, cultural roles, and termination practices
Reflect on multicultural ethics through guided discussion and consultation