Legal and Ethical Considerations in Student Counseling

19Jan 2022 by

The professional school counselor needs to be prepared to handle a myriad of issues that students can potentially present during individual or group sessions. Having the knowledge of legal and ethical issues that may arise is important when dealing with these situations, as immediate responsive services may be necessary.
For this assignment, imagine a student you are meeting with tells you she has a plan to commit suicide.
In 500-750 words, create a case study that addresses:

Demeanor with which to interact with the student.
Necessary skills to provide personal counseling and responsive services to the student.
Legal and ethical reporting requirements and restrictions.
Referral resources to assist in dealing with the student.
Action steps you and the student would take.

Support your case study with 3-5 scholarly resources.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.