| Course Title | Code | Semester | L+U Hour | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethical Principles in Psychology | PSİ402 | 8. Semester | 3 + 0 | 3.0 | 5.0 |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Course Type | |
| Mode of delivery | Formal |
| Course Coordinator |
Assist. Prof. Dr. İsmail Altan TÜLÜ |
| Instructor(s) | |
| Assistants | |
| Goals | This course aims to provide an in-depth teaching of the values and standards that guide professional practice in psychology, including codes of conduct and philosophical ethical principles. Topics include confidentiality, informed consent, competence, professional boundaries, integrity, cultural sensitivity. In this context, examples of ethical violations are also discussed. |
| Course Content | Within the scope of this course, the basics of ethical behavior for psychologists, decision-making methods in the face of ethical problems, professional boundaries and ethics, confidentiality issues, ethical issues in the scientific research process, and special issues in the psychotherapy process will be discussed. |
| Learning Outcomes |
- Defines the principles and rules regarding ethics and professional ethics - Gains a perspective on the importance of ethical principles - Acquire critical thinking skills about ethical problems - Gains awareness of ethical violations |
| Week | Topics | Learning Methods |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Week | Introduction to Ethical Principles in Psychology | Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours Other Activities |
| 2. Week | Fundamentals of Ethical Behavior | Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours |
| 3. Week | Application of Ethical Approaches to Professional Behavior and Standards | Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours |
| 4. Week | Decision Making in the Face of Ethical Issues | Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours Other Activities |
| 5. Week | Professional Skills, Competence and Ethics | Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours Other Activities |
| 6. Week | Professional Boundaries and Ethics | Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours |
| 7. Week | Comprehensive Acceptance, Joint Decision Making and Ethics | Course Hours Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study |
| 8. Week | MIDTERM EXAM | Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours |
| 9. Week | Confidentiality, Records Protection and Ethics | Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours Other Activities |
| 10. Week | Dangerous Behaviors and Ethics | Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours Other Activities |
| 11. Week | Professional Issues and Ethics | Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours Other Activities |
| 12. Week | Forensic Psychology and Ethics | Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours |
| 13. Week | Special Issues and Ethics in Psychotherapy Process | Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Course Hours |
| 14. Week | Scientific Research and Ethics | Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Course Hours |
| Koocher, G.P., & Keith-Spiegel, P. (2008). Ethics in psychology and the mental health professions. Standards and cases. Third Edition. New York: Oxford University Press. |
| Turkish Psychological Association Ethics Committee, Ethical Process Regulation. Turkish Psychological Association Ethics Regulation. |
| Program Requirements | Contribution Level | DK1 | DK2 | DK3 | DK4 | Measurement Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PY1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY8 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| PY14 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course's Level of contribution | None | Very Low | Low | Fair | High | Very High |
| Method of assessment/evaluation | Written exam | Oral Exams | Assignment/Project | Laboratory work | Presentation/Seminar |
| Event | Quantity | Duration (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preparation, After Class Study | 1 | 50 | 50 |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Other Activities | 1 | 42 | 42 |
| Midterm 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Homework 1 | 1 | 38.5 | 38.5 |
| Final | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Workload | 178.5 | ||
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 5.0 | ||
