Confidentiality in Schools

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Navigating confidentiality in school settings presents unique ethical challenges for psychologists and allied health professionals. In this insightful presentation, Annelie van der Westhuyzen, educational psychologist and experienced school-based practitioner, explores the complex landscape of maintaining confidentiality when working with students, teachers, parents, principals, and multi-disciplinary teams.

This talk provides a comprehensive overview of professional obligations, including the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) regulations and the implications of the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act, with relevance to Australian practice standards. Participants will gain practical guidance on balancing ethical responsibilities while fostering collaborative relationships within the school environment

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core ethical principles surrounding confidentiality in school-based settings.

• Identify common dilemmas involving information sharing with educators, parents, and school leadership.

• Explore strategies to uphold ethical practice while working collaboratively within a school system.

• Apply relevant legal frameworks and regulatory guidance to real-world scenarios.

• Reflect on their own practice and improve ethical decision-making in sensitive school contexts.

 

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