1 NBCC CE Hours

No Decision Is Too Small: Ethical Decision Making for Counselors

Apply ethical principles in real-world counseling situations with clarity and confidence. Free note template included!

Strengthen My Ethical Practice

Course Overview

Ethical decisions don’t have to feel overwhelming. Learn a practical, repeatable process for making — and documenting — sound clinical decisions that protect both you and your clients.

🎥 On-Demand Video
⏱️ 1 Hour
📜 NBCC CEs
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Course Description: Every decision we make as counselors is related to ethics: from charging a cancellation fee to keeping a session to the time limits to asking an open-ended question in session. How are you making these decisions: on the fly or with a formal process each time? A formal ethical decision making process is required of us yet doing so can seem complicated. This training will provide you with a step-by-step process, as well as a way to document it.

Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize the importance of and reasons for using formal ethical decision making processes
  • Utilize a formal ethical decision making process that you choose
  • Implement documentation with the ethical decision making process

This Course Is For You If…

  • You want to feel confident, not uncertain, when faced with ethical choices in your counseling practice.
  • You’re ready to move from making decisions “on the fly” to using a clear, step-by-step ethical process.
  • You value professional accountability and want an easy way to document your ethical reasoning.
  • You care deeply about aligning your daily counseling decisions with your values and ethical standards.

What You’ll Walk Away With

Recognize the importance of and reasons for using formal ethical decision making processes.
Utilize a formal ethical decision making process that you choose.
Implement documentation with the ethical decision making process.
Dana M. Cea headshot

Dana M. Cea (she/they)

PhD, MS, CRC, LCHMC, NCC, QS

As a counselor, educator, and supervisor, Dana recognizes that ethical decision making is at the heart of every counseling interaction—big or small. She is passionate about helping professionals move beyond reactive choices to intentional, well-documented decisions that uphold the highest ethical standards. Through this training, Dana guides counselors in applying a clear, step-by-step ethical decision-making process that brings confidence, structure, and integrity to their clinical work.

“Together, we can make this field better for both clients and clinicians.”

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C&C Resourcing, Inc has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7426. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. C&C Resourcing, Inc is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

FAQ

How do I get my CE certificate(s)? +

For on demand products you will complete the training then submit a quiz and survey. If you pass the quiz, a certificate will be available for you almost immediately. For live events you will be given a link to a survey. After receiving your survey submission, a certificate will be emailed to you within ten days.

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All major forms of payment are accepted through our checkout process. If you have any issues, questions, or concerns, please let us know.

How do I make a group order? +

For any course, simply increase the quantity to the number of seats you need to purchase. When purchasing more than one seat, the buyer will not be automatically enrolled in the product. However, they can enroll using the link provided after the purchase. After the purchase is successfully completed, the buyer is brought to the thank you page with additional seat management options. To get access to their seat, each team member needs to access the course using the invite link. They will be brought directly to the checkout page for the product that they got an invite for, where they will need to create an account (if they do not already have one) to get access to the product. Looking for a group rate? Email us ([email protected]) and let us know!

How do I get a refund? +

All refund requests must be made in writing ([email protected]).

On demand products: Full refunds will be given for accidental duplicate purchases or for products that you have not already used. No refunds or credits will be given for products that have been started or completed. If you have a complaint, please see our policy regarding complaints.

Live products: Registrants canceling between two weeks and two full business days prior to the first day of the event are refunded at 70% of the registration fee subject to a cancellation fee of 5% of the original purchase price, including taxes and other fees. Registrants canceling less than two full business days prior to the first day of the event are refunded at 25% of the registration fee subject to a cancellation fee of 5% of the original purchase price, including taxes and other fees. No vouchers will be issued in lieu of a refund. Transfers/substitute(s) welcome (notify in advance of the program).

How do I make a complaint? +

While we hope this never happens, here is our formal policy: Complaints must be made in writing ([email protected]). A representative will follow up on written complaints within 30 days of receiving the complaint. The following information must be included in the written complaint:

(1) The name and contact information for the person making the complaint.

(2) The name and contact information for the person or organization against which the complaint is made.

(3) A detailed written description of the dispute, complaint, or problem.

(4) Reference to the appropriate rule, standard, and/or guidelines related to the matter (if known).

(5) Copies of all related correspondence, records, and other documentation.

(6) Signature of the person making the complaint.

How do I request accommodations? +

Please email us at [email protected] or call/text us at (919) 960-1646. We will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.

How do I reach out for more information? +

Please email us at [email protected] or call/text us at 919-960-1646. Also visit our main website at home.ccresourcing.us. We look forward to hearing from you! Mailing address: 118 Brookside Way, Pikeville NC 27863.

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