With respect to testing, the 'Limits of Competence' section of the ACA's Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice stipulates that:

a. counselors should only use assessments with which they are trained and competent

b. counselors should use standardized tests to assist with diagnosis using the DSM-IV-TR.
c. counselors should only use formal assessments with clients who request it.
d. counselors should always use computerized scoring programs when they are available.


a

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