Competence for Psychologists in the APA Ethics Code

Competence is both a legal requirement and an ethical ideal that fulfills the obligation of beneficence (working to improve the well-being of others). This home study reviews the standards in the APA Ethics Code as they apply to competence and gives examples. It will also cover the exceptions to competence and strategies psychologists can use to ensure their continued competence.

This program qualifies for 1 CE credit towards the ethics requirement as mandated by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology.

Program Learning Objectives: At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

1. Describe competence.
2. Describe the standards in the APA Ethics Code related to competence.
3. Describe strategies to help psychologists to maintain their professional competence.

CREDITS OFFERED: 1 Continuing Education Credit for psychologists and educators. (75% score or higher required)

The Pennsylvania Psychological Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists.  PPA maintains responsibility for this program and its content.  The Pennsylvania Psychological Association is an approved provider for Act 48 Continuing Professional Education Requirements as mandated by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.