LibGuides: PED608 v1: Module 1

Lesson 1

Ethics and Law for School Psychologists

Jacob, S., Decker, D. M., Lugg, E. T., & Diamond, E. (2022). Ethics and Law for School Psychologists (8th ed.). Wiley.

This resource will support understanding the ethical and legal guidelines that shape the profession of school psychology and covers all aspects of ethics, from law to school-based interventions. Read chapters 1 and 2 for this module.

Ethics and Law for School Psychologists - 8th Edition

Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct
American Psychological Association. (2016). (publication) Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct. Washington, DC.

The American Psychological Association (APA) has a code of professional conduct/ethics that create a standard set of guidelines for professionals within the field of psychology. Understanding the general framework of the APA's set of guidelines is essential.
School Psychologist Code of Ethics
California Association of School Psychologists. (2021). (publication) School Psychologist Code of Ethics. Sacramento, California.

The California Association of School Psychologists (CASP) has a code of professional conduct/ethics that create a standard set of guidelines for professionals within the field of psychology. Understanding the general framework of CASP's set of guidelines is essential as it will guide practitioners to analyze, generate ideas, and create a course of action when faced with an ethical dilemma.
The Professional Standards of the National Association of School Psychologists
National Association of School Psychologists. (2020). (publication). The Professional Standards of the National Association of School Psychologists. Bethesda, Maryland.

The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) has a code of professional conduct/ethics that create a standard set of guidelines for professionals within the field of psychology. Understanding the general framework of NASP's set of guidelines is essential as it will guide practitioners to analyze, generate ideas, and create a course of action when faced with an ethical dilemma.