NBCC Professional Orientation, Ethics & Legal Issues 3

Question 1

The Tarasoff v. Regents of the University of California ruling established that counselors have a duty to:

Accepted Answer

Warn or protect identifiable third parties from serious threats made by clients

Answer

The Tarasoff ruling created the 'duty to warn/protect,' requiring counselors to take reasonable steps to protect identifiable third parties from credible threats.

Question 2

Which credentialing body is specifically responsible for the NCC (National Certified Counselor) credential?

Accepted Answer

NBCC (National Board for Certified Counselors)

Answer

NBCC is the credentialing body that awards the National Certified Counselor (NCC) credential.

Question 3

A counselor is subpoenaed to testify about a client's records in a custody case. The client has not provided consent. The counselor should:

Accepted Answer

Consult with an attorney and assert privilege on the client's behalf until ordered by a judge

Answer

A subpoena alone does not require disclosure; the counselor should consult legal counsel and assert privilege until a court order is issued.

Question 4

The concept of 'autonomy' in counseling ethics primarily supports:

Accepted Answer

The client's right to make their own decisions

Answer

Autonomy as an ethical principle upholds the client's right to self-determination and to make their own informed choices.

Question 5

Which CACREP standard directly affects the content taught in counselor education programs?

Accepted Answer

It establishes curriculum and training standards for accredited programs

Answer

CACREP accreditation standards specify the required curriculum, clinical training hours, and core areas that counselor education programs must cover.

(NBCC) National Board for Certified Counselors Practice Test

(NBCC) National Board for Certified Counselors Practice Test

NBCC Professional Orientation, Ethics & Legal Issues 3