The laws and regulations governing the confidentiality of substance use disorder records were written out of great concern about the potential use of substance use disorder information against individuals, causing individuals with substance use disorders not to seek needed treatment.
A risk-managed approach to documentation is a best practice to protect both the client and the professional.
This course will explore 42 CFR part 2, HIPAA, and documentation of substance abuse therapy.
This course will award 1 continuing education hour. Please see the board approval box for course approval information.
Author: Leesa M. Robertson, M.Ed., CAP, LMHC, and Sarah Reinhart, LCSW
Ms. Robertson, M.Ed., CAP, LMHC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. She is credentialed in alcohol and other drug counseling.
Ms. Reinhart, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida.
Course Information:
Relevance and Target Audience: This course was designed for master's level counselors, therapists, social workers, and substance abuse counselors who work with clients with substance abuse issues to help them navigate how to make ethical decisions and protect client records to avoid negative consequences from the inappropriate release of records.
Content level: Intermediate
Course Format: This course is offered as a self-paced distance learning format (reading-based online activity)
System Requirements: This course is offered online. Internet connection required.
Course Completion Information: To earn continuing education credit, professionals must register and pay the fee for the course. They must read the content and demonstrate understanding by earning a minimum score of 70 percent on testing materials. The certificate of completion will be able to be downloaded after the above is completed. Refunds will be granted upon request with the withdrawal of credit for the course.
For questions, concerns or to request special accommodations, please call 866-863-4225 or email ContactUs@BaysideCEU.com.
CEBroker Course ID: 20-782024
CEBroker Provider Number: 50-204
CEBroker Course ID: 20-972340
CEBroker Provider Number: 50-32249
TO BEGIN THIS COURSE:
Click on Take Course below, right
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of the course the learner will be able to:
- Discuss the American Disability Act and its five titles.
- Discuss the definition of “disability”.
- Discuss who is covered and who is not.
- Discuss employment issues relating to the ADA and Title V, including Affirmative Action.
- Explain the direct threat aspect of substance abuse.
I. The Five Titles of Americans with Disabilities Act
II. Who Is Protected?
III. Who Is Not Protected?
IV. What Is, And Is Not Illegal Discrimination?
V. Employment
VI. Affirmative Duty
VII. Direct Threat Posed By Substance Abuse
VIII. Title V (Miscellaneous Provisions)
IX. Legal Obligations and Expectations
X. Four Steps Toward ADA Compliance
Board Approvals:
State Approvals
CCAPP California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) Provider Number OS-21-336-0623
Florida Certification Board
Florida Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse: General
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse: General
Licensed Practical Nurse: General
Florida Board of Nursing-Certified Nursing Assistants
Certified Nursing Assistant General
Florida Board of Clinical SW, MFT and MHC, #726
Licensed Clinical Social Worker: General
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist: General
Licensed Mental Health Counselor: General
Florida Board of Dentistry
Dentist: General
Dental Hygienist: General
Health Access Dentist: General
Dental Temporary Certificate: General
Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition
Dietitian/Nutritionist: General
Nutrition Counselor: General
CEBroker Provider ID: 50-204
CEBroker Course ID: 20-877369
Many state boards accept hours approved by other state and national boards. If your board is not listed here please contact them directly.
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