Clinical Psychology Practice and Ethics

1) Understand the requirements of the Singapore Psychological Society (SPS) Code of Ethics and importance of adhering to it in professional practice. 2) Identify the different types of ethical issues and dilemmas in professional practice, and understand their impact on clients, caregivers and professional practice. 3) Learn and use methods for addressing and managing ethical issues and dilemmas and apply decision-making processes to resolve ethical dilemmas. 4) Understand and recognise potential workplace hazards and risks to ensure a safe and secure environment. 5) Understand and recognise responsibility to maintain duty of care and inclusive workplace practices. 6) Understand and recognise professional duty to report ethical issues, misconduct and discriminatory behaviour. 7) Understand how to assess limits of professional boundaries and capacity and understand when to seek appropriate supervision/advice on practice and whom to refer to so as to ensure best care for clients. 8) Understand the principles of clinical supervision and how this provides a safe and supportive environment to reflect, review and discuss personal and professional responses to work. 9) Understand the importance of reflexive practice and self-care in professional practice.