Syllabus

 

1. What HIPAA Security standards and ethical standards impact websites and therapist directory profiles?
   1. Protected health information (PHI) and how it is defined
   2. Web hosting and the Business Associate Rule
   3. The Transmission Security standard
2. How do websites contact PHI? How can we manage the associated security risks?
   1. Where website information goes and how to keep track of it
   2. Website brochure information
   3. Blog posts
   4. Self-help information or recordings
   5. Downloadable practice forms (often as PDF files)
   6. Contact information
   7. “Contact Me” pages
   8. Self-scheduling widgets
3. What content items do I need on my website for legal-ethical reasons?
   1. Website accessibility, legal-ethical standards and solutions
   2. Posting professional credentials
   3. Client testimonials
   4. Posting information for clients and the community
4. What are some important legal-ethical considerations in Facebook pages, GoodTherapy Profiles, and Psychology Today profiles?
   1. Potential confidentiality issues
   2. Comments from clients and potential clients