CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS:
8 CEU/PDA/CPD accepted by CA #383 (Category 1), NCCAOM (Ethics), FL (Laws & Rules), IL, TX (Ethics), AHPRA, AFPA, BAcC, CTCMA, NZASA, NZRA
COURSE TYPE:
Distance Learning CEU Video (Online)
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the ethical standards and principles that are essential for a successful practice in Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine. The course will cover the NCCAOM Handbook professional ethics standards that govern the relationship between practitioners and patients, other healthcare professionals, and the public.
The course will be divided into three parts: Professional Ethics, Patient Ethics, and Public Ethics. Professional Ethics will cover the standards of the profession, hierarchical relationships, accurate and truthful information, change in professional status, patient relationship power differential, national and state regulatory policies, and respect of practitioners of AOM and other medical professions. Patient Ethics will cover the respect of patients' rights and dignity, non-discrimination, patient's right to treatment, informed consent, confidentiality, boundaries and relationships, documentation and records, state scope of practice, patient referrals, and sexual contact. Lastly, Public Ethics will cover compliance with state laws, truthful information and advertising, credentials and designations, efficacy in treatment outcomes, and state regulatory reporting.
Upon completion of this course, students will have a comprehensive understanding of the ethical standards and principles that are crucial in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine practice. Students will be able to apply these principles in their practice, promote ethical behavior, and establish a positive professional reputation.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
These online courses are immediately accessible after purchase therefore are non-refundable.
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