Title: Research laws and regulations governing human services.
Course: Family and Human Services II (19999-II) > Section: Examining Ethical and Professional Concerns

Research should include

- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Older Americans Act
- Rehabilitation Act of 1973
- Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
- child abuse and neglect laws
- legislation pertaining to discrimination (race, age, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion)
- Social Security fraud
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- the rights and responsibilities of clients and their families.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- How might a professional negatively influence a situation by not understanding relevant laws and regulations?
- How might client misunderstanding of laws and regulations be harmful?

Communication

- What is the best way to express concerns about ethical practices used in community services programs?
- How can people working together help decrease harmful, deceptive, or fraudulent community services?

Leadership

- How might a person’s values interfere with making professional or ethical decisions in a service?
- Who are the mandated reporters in cases of neglect and abuse?

Management

- What are the licensing requirements for various jobs in family and human services?
- Who enforces compliance in the human services industry?