The 2014 update to the ACA Code of Ethics includes new or expanded guidelines on the use social media with clients; distance counseling; confidentiality; extending boundaries; multiculturalism and diversity; the use of technology; record keeping; diagnosis; end-of life care; the selection of interventions; and preventing the imposition of counselor personal values.
Download the Code 2014 ACA Código de Ética
To view previous editions of the Codes of Ethics, visit our Ethics Archive.
ACA is pleased to help our members with inquiries on ethical practice, career counseling and advice regarding the profession. NOTE: This service is not designed to function as a real-time hotline. Inquiries are prioritized, and we typically respond to requests within three business days of receipt.
Start The ProcessThe ACA Ethics Committee is responsible for processing complaints of alleged violations of the ACA Code of Ethics. To file a complaint against a counselor who is an active ACA member, please review the Policies and Procedures for Processing Complaints of Ethical Violations. As a next step, you may submit a report by clicking the button below.
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