Use Peer Reviewed Psychology Literature

You are required to write an essay of addressing the following set title.

'Explain the importance of professional and ethical practice when working with clients from a First Nations (Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander) background.'

You can use the modules on the subject site and set readings as a starting point, as well as do your own reading and research for material to use in your answer.

You are expected to draw upon relevant literature of suitable sources and credibility to support your writing.

Rationale: Important

This assessment task will assess the following learning outcome/s:

• Be able to discuss and evaluate the ideas and theories that inform counseling practice.
• Be able to demonstrate knowledge and practice of basic counseling micro-skills with diverse populations including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the process of professional regulation for psychologists including Familiarity with National Law (reporting obligations and reporting of notifiable conduct); familiarity with the Commonwealth and state laws (in regard to limitations of confidentiality, privacy laws, and the NSW Crimes Act); familiarity with the PsyBA code of ethics and ethical guidelines for psychologists; and familiarity with the appropriate collection, storage, and destruction of data.

This assignment is designed to assess your understanding and application of ethical and professional issues when working with specific populations