Informed Consent
PAA Professional Guidance Program
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Discount for PAA Members.
Abstract
This webinar will address the ethical obligations for psychologists regarding informed consent . Viewers will learn as why informed consent is a process rather than a one time document. They will also learn about the important considerations when informed consent is applied to the diverse professional services- minors, couples, families, courts, cultural, MAiD etc. The webinar will reflect on the content of release of information form and includes some vignettes to practice.
Learning Objectives
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Process of Informed Consent (what, why and how?)
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Important Considerations (e.g., Minors, couples, families, third parties, courts, cultural, MAiD)
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Release of Information
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Practice Vignettes
Presented by:
Dr. Harpreet Gill
Harpreet Gill, Ph.D. R. Psych., is PAA’s new Director of Professional Guidance. She is a Registered Psychologist in Alberta with over 16 years of counseling experience with adults and couples. She has worked in the Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and private and non-profit settings. Her areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, grief, addictions (including assessments), trauma, self-esteem issues, and immigrants’ mental health concerns.
Continuing Education
The Psychologists’ Association of Alberta (PAA) is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) to offer Continuing Education (CE) for psychologists. This workshop is offered for one (1.0) hour of CE Credit. Full attendance at the workshop is required to receive Continuing Education Credits. Partial credit will not be awarded, and late arrivals or early departure will preclude awarding of Continuing Education Credits. PAA maintains responsibility for the program.
Credits: 1.0
Cancellation and Refunds
Upon purchase, the product will be available for 90 days. Cancellation and refunds may be applied for by email or phone call to the PAA Membership Officer. Cancellations received within 24 hours of registration for the Continuing Professional Development activity will receive a full refund of the registration fee. Cancellations received within 48 hours of registration for the Continuing Professional Development activity will receive a full refund of the registration fee, less a $35.00 + GST processing fee. PAA reserves the right to cancel any activity, in which case a full refund of the registration fee will be provided. No refunds will be issued if a CE Certificate has been generated.