Policy is developed in a variety of ways and at a number of different levels. Among them are
A. Public agencies administering public programs setting forth rules and regulations, but only those working within these agencies can influence the development of rules and regulations.
B. Direct democracy, like initiatives and referenda, though only a handful of states and local governments have provisions for direct democracy.
C. Federal legislative advocacy, where most health and human services workers can play a pivotal and sustained role.
D. State legislative advocacy, where many decisions affecting your community are made and where you can have a significant impact.
D
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a. Jonathan, a 25-year-old entry level employee who is deciding whether he wants to go to graduate school or apply for a job at a different company b. Anita, a 49-year-old who was terminated from her previous job due to mental health challenges c. Samantha, an 18-year-old college freshman who is having difficult time adjusting to college life and being away from home d. Michael, a 35-year-old teacher who has been drinking alcohol while at work to cope with personal and professional stressors
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a. Patriarchal b. Matriarchal c. Feminist d. Liberal
The Center for Credentialing and Education provides what two credentials relevant to professional counselors?
a. Approved Clinical Supervisor and Distance Credentialed Counselor b. Distance Credentialed Counselor and Internet/Online Credentialed Counselor c. Approved Clinical Supervisor and Approved Administrative Supervisor d. National Certified Counselor and Certified clinical mental health counselor
An implication of HIPPA for students in counseling programs is that case information presented in class or in papers needs to be clearly identified
Indicate whether the statement is true or false