The Trust is a Leading Provider of Insurance Products and Continuing Education Programs for Psychologists

Healthcare providers who handle electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI) are required to be compliant with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy, Security and Breach Notification Rules. This presentation will focus on the HIPAA Breach Notification Rule. Participants will learn about what may constitute a breach of patient PHI, how to identify if a breach has occurred, and how to make a breach notification. Featuring: Stacey Larson, J.D., Psy.D. [Note] This webinar was filmed on January 13, 2023, and may not reflect the most current information and laws regarding this topic. Learning Objectives Identify potential areas of impermissible use or disclosure of PHI Describe steps to take assessing for breach and making breach notification Important Notice Because this webinar is on-demand, once you are registered and have created a login account, you can view the webinar at any time in whatever time increments are most convenient. In order to download your CE certificate, receive CE credits, and become eligible for a discount on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance policy premium, you must: Complete the entire webinar, Pass a brief exam, and, Complete a brief evaluation form. You are required to achieve a passing score of 75 percent or higher. You are allowed three attempts to successfully complete the exam. If you are unsuccessful on the third attempt, you must re-purchase the course to try again. Eligibility for Insurance Premium Discounts Unless otherwise noted, you can combine 6 or more CE credit hours earned from The Trust’s Virtual Webinar Series (Risk Management Roundtables, Telehealth Community Chats, We Hold These Truths) and become eligible for a 15% savings on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance premium for two consecutive renewal periods. You can also combine 4 or more CE credit hours earned from The Trust’s webinars or any other continuing education programs authorized by APA to offer CE credit and become eligible for a 5% savings on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance premium for one renewal. To obtain CE discounts, download and submit CE certificates (totaling 4 or 6 hours as explained above and completed within the previous 15 months) with your insurance application/renewal. Discounts are not applicable to Researcher/Academician or Student policies. Group policies become eligible for CE discounts when at least 50% of individuals insured under the group policy submit CE certification totaling the number of credits needed for a particular percentage discount. All applications are individually underwritten and submission of CE certification will not guarantee insurance policy issuance or renewal. Continuing Education Credits The Trust is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Trust maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The Trust is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0019. Continuing Education Grievance Policy The Trust is fully committed to conducting all activities in strict conformance with the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles of Psychologists. The Trust will comply with all legal and ethical guidelines for non-discrimination in promotional activities, program content and in the treatment of CE participants. The Trust CE Director is responsible for complying with these standards. While the Trust strives to assure fair treatment for all participants and to anticipate problems before they occur, occasionally grievances may be filed. In cases where a participant files a written or oral grievance, the following actions are taken: If the grievance concerns the content of the workshop, webinar, book or the continuing education test, a Trust representative will mediate and will be the final arbitrator. If the participant requests action, the CE Director or a Trust representative will either provide a credit for a subsequent CE offering or provide a partial or full refund of the CE fee already paid. Actions involving a credit or a refund will require a written note documenting the grievance for record-keeping purposes. The aggrieved individual need not sign the note. If the grievance specifically concerns The Trust, the CE Director or Trust representative will attempt to arbitrate. Direct correspondence to: Continuing Education The Trust 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 700 Rockville, MD 20850 Phone: (800) 477-1200 Email: grievances@trustinsurance.com NOTE: This information is provided as a risk management resource and is not legal advice or an individualized personal consultation. At the time this resource was prepared, all information was as current and accurate as possible; however, regulations, laws, or prevailing professional practice standards may have changed since the posting or recording of this resource. Accordingly, it is your responsibility to confirm whether regulatory or legal issues that are relevant to you have since been updated and/or to consult with your professional advisors or legal counsel for timely guidance specific to your situation. As with all professional use of material, please explicitly cite The Trust Companies as the source if you reproduce or distribute any portion of these resources. Reproduction or distribution of this resource without the express written permission of The Trust Companies is strictly prohibited. Read more

Together, participants will work to see the risk management implications of specific situations and choices, scrutinize options for resolution, and foster a tolerance for ambiguity and the understanding that there may be no single ideal solution to each challenge. We will also discuss strategies for effective risk management and good patient care when regulations and requirements are unclear. Featuring: Leisl Bryant, Ph.D., ABPP; Jeffrey Younggren, Ph.D., ABPP; Marc Martinez, Ph.D., ABPP [Note] This webinar was filmed on December 8, 2022, and may not reflect the most current information and laws regarding this topic. Learning Objectives Apply current APA Ethical Principles and Standards to real-life scenarios. Identify three risk management strategies. Describe specific dilemmas that are arising in professional practice and analyze the relevant legal, ethical, clinical, and risk management components. Identify key risk management considerations related to a) the use and misuse of email and texting in clinical practice, b) the surreptitious recording of sessions or evaluations by patients/clients, and c) harassment and physical threats by patients/clients. Important Notice Because this webinar is on-demand, once you are registered and have created a login account, you can view the webinar at any time in whatever time increments are most convenient. In order to download your CE certificate, receive CE credits, and become eligible for a discount on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance policy premium, you must: Complete the entire webinar, Pass a brief exam, and, Complete a brief evaluation form. You are required to achieve a passing score of 75 percent or higher. You are allowed three attempts to successfully complete the exam. If you are unsuccessful on the third attempt, you must re-purchase the course to try again. Eligibility for Insurance Premium Discounts Unless otherwise noted, you can combine 6 or more CE credit hours earned from The Trust’s Virtual Webinar Series (Risk Management Roundtables, Telehealth Community Chats, We Hold These Truths) and become eligible for a 15% savings on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance premium for two consecutive renewal periods. You can also combine 4 or more CE credit hours earned from The Trust’s webinars or any other continuing education programs authorized by APA to offer CE credit and become eligible for a 5% savings on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance premium for one renewal. To obtain CE discounts, download and submit CE certificates (totaling 4 or 6 hours as explained above and completed within the previous 15 months) with your insurance application/renewal. Discounts are not applicable to Researcher/Academician or Student policies. Group policies become eligible for CE discounts when at least 50% of individuals insured under the group policy submit CE certification totaling the number of credits needed for a particular percentage discount. All applications are individually underwritten and submission of CE certification will not guarantee insurance policy issuance or renewal. Continuing Education Credits The Trust is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Trust maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The Trust is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0019. Continuing Education Grievance Policy The Trust is fully committed to conducting all activities in strict conformance with the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles of Psychologists. The Trust will comply with all legal and ethical guidelines for non-discrimination in promotional activities, program content and in the treatment of CE participants. The Trust CE Director is responsible for complying with these standards. While the Trust strives to assure fair treatment for all participants and to anticipate problems before they occur, occasionally grievances may be filed. In cases where a participant files a written or oral grievance, the following actions are taken: If the grievance concerns the content of the workshop, webinar, book or the continuing education test, a Trust representative will mediate and will be the final arbitrator. If the participant requests action, the CE Director or a Trust representative will either provide a credit for a subsequent CE offering or provide a partial or full refund of the CE fee already paid. Actions involving a credit or a refund will require a written note documenting the grievance for record-keeping purposes. The aggrieved individual need not sign the note. If the grievance specifically concerns The Trust, the CE Director or Trust representative will attempt to arbitrate. Direct correspondence to: Continuing Education The Trust 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 700 Rockville, MD 20850 Phone: (800) 477-1200 Email: grievances@trustinsurance.com NOTE: This information is provided as a risk management resource and is not legal advice or an individualized personal consultation. At the time this resource was prepared, all information was as current and accurate as possible; however, regulations, laws, or prevailing professional practice standards may have changed since the posting or recording of this resource. Accordingly, it is your responsibility to confirm whether regulatory or legal issues that are relevant to you have since been updated and/or to consult with your professional advisors or legal counsel for timely guidance specific to your situation. As with all professional use of material, please explicitly cite The Trust Companies as the source if you reproduce or distribute any portion of these resources. Reproduction or distribution of this resource without the express written permission of The Trust Companies is strictly prohibited. Read more

Jeffrey N. Younggren, Ph.D., ABPP, will discuss the current high risk contexts for ethics complaints and malpractice liability. Participants will learn new tactics to reduce stress and prevent negative outcomes related to complicated ethical issues and concerns in their interactions with clients. Dr. Younggren will review the professional risks and limits that arise when treating therapists who interact with the legal system. He will also review mandated reporting, confidentiality, testimonial limits, and the danger of advocacy in the courtroom. In addition, Dr. Younggren will examine the complexity of child custody testimony and the clear differences that exist between forensic child custody evaluations and treatment based testimony. Finally, he will explore the world of healthcare record audits and how much information can be shared from the treatment record with outside agencies including insurance companies. Instructor: Jeffrey N. Younggren, Ph.D., ABPP [Note] This webinar was filmed on April 29, 2017, and may not reflect the most current information and laws regarding this topic. Learning Objectives Summarize the areas of high risk for professional psychology practice. Describe how to implement ethic and risk management strategies from a conceptual perspective. Recognize how state mandates impact professional conduct in order to maintain a client oriented approach when dealing with ethical dilemmas.     Explain how to place limits on your role when called upon to be part of a legal proceeding.     Discuss how to deal with healthcare record audits. Important Notice Because this webinar is on-demand, once you are registered and have created a login account, you can view the webinar at any time in whatever time increments are most convenient. In order to download your CE certificate, receive CE credits, and become eligible for a discount on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance policy premium, you must: Complete the entire webinar, Pass a brief exam, and, Complete a brief evaluation form. You are required to achieve a passing score of 75 percent or higher. You are allowed three attempts to successfully complete the exam. If you are unsuccessful on the third attempt, you must re-purchase the course to try again. Eligibility for Insurance Premium Discounts Completing one of The Trust’s Ethics and Risk Management Webinar Sequences earns 6 CE credits and eligibility to receive a 15% premium discount on Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance for the next two consecutive renewal periods. To obtain CE discounts, download and submit CE certification for this webinar (completed within the previous 15 months) with your insurance application/renewal. Discounts are not applicable to Researcher/Academician or Student policies. Group policies become eligible for CE discounts when at least 50% of individuals insured under the group policy submit CE certification totaling the number of credits needed for a particular percentage discount. All applications are individually underwritten and submission of CE certification will not guarantee insurance policy issuance or renewal. Continuing Education Credits The Trust is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Trust maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The Trust is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0019. Continuing Education Grievance Policy The Trust is fully committed to conducting all activities in strict conformance with the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles of Psychologists. The Trust will comply with all legal and ethical guidelines for non-discrimination in promotional activities, program content and in the treatment of CE participants. The Trust CE Director is responsible for complying with these standards. While the Trust strives to assure fair treatment for all participants and to anticipate problems before they occur, occasionally grievances may be filed. In cases where a participant files a written or oral grievance, the following actions are taken: If the grievance concerns the content of the workshop, webinar, book or the continuing education test, a Trust representative will mediate and will be the final arbitrator. If the participant requests action, the CE Director or a Trust representative will either provide a credit for a subsequent CE offering or provide a partial or full refund of the CE fee already paid. Actions involving a credit or a refund will require a written note documenting the grievance for record-keeping purposes. The aggrieved individual need not sign the note. If the grievance specifically concerns The Trust, the CE Director or Trust representative will attempt to arbitrate. Direct correspondence to: Continuing Education The Trust 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 700 Rockville, MD 20850 Phone: (800) 477-1200 Email: grievances@trustinsurance.com NOTE: This information is provided as a risk management resource and is not legal advice or an individualized personal consultation. At the time this resource was prepared, all information was as current and accurate as possible; however, regulations, laws, or prevailing professional practice standards may have changed since the posting or recording of this resource. Accordingly, it is your responsibility to confirm whether regulatory or legal issues that are relevant to you have since been updated and/or to consult with your professional advisors or legal counsel for timely guidance specific to your situation. As with all professional use of material, please explicitly cite The Trust Companies as the source if you reproduce or distribute any portion of these resources. Reproduction or distribution of this resource without the express written permission of The Trust Companies is strictly prohibited. Read more

Transgender and gender diverse (TGD) people seek psychotherapy for a variety of concerns. Yet, the TGD community consistently reports having poor experiences with mental health care. Some of the reasons for this are providers’ lack of knowledge of affirming language, transgender identities, intersecting identities, common life experiences, and clinical concerns of this community. The mental health disparities experienced by the TGD community further highlight the need for more training for psychologists to provide gender affirming care to TGD individuals. This webinar aims to bridge this gap by providing participants with the introductory knowledge and skills necessary to begin providing affirming care to TGD individuals. Participants will also be given the tools to increase their awareness of and challenge their own biases related to TGD people. Participants will leave this webinar with an understanding of how to continue their education about working with TGD individuals and cultivating a gender affirming practice. Featuring: Milo Wilson, Ph.D.; Katherine Nordal, Ph.D. (Moderator) [Note] This webinar was filmed on November 30, 2022, and may not reflect the most current information and laws regarding this topic. Learning Objectives Describe the key terminology and issues experienced by transgender and gender diverse (TGD) people. Demonstrate an understanding of common clinical concerns experienced by TGD individuals. Explain how intersecting identities impact TGD people. Assess awareness of and begin to challenge biases that may have implications for interactions with TGD people in a therapy setting. Compile basic skills necessary to provide gender affirming mental health services to TGD individuals. Important Notice Because this webinar is on-demand, once you are registered and have created a login account, you can view the webinar at any time in whatever time increments are most convenient. In order to download your CE certificate, receive CE credits, and become eligible for a discount on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance policy premium, you must: Complete the entire webinar, Pass a brief exam, and, Complete a brief evaluation form. You are required to achieve a passing score of 75 percent or higher. You are allowed three attempts to successfully complete the exam. If you are unsuccessful on the third attempt, you must re-purchase the course to try again. Eligibility for Insurance Premium Discounts Unless otherwise noted, you can combine 6 or more CE credit hours earned from The Trust’s Virtual Webinar Series (Risk Management Roundtables, Telehealth Community Chats, We Hold These Truths) and become eligible for a 15% savings on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance premium for two consecutive renewal periods. You can also combine 4 or more CE credit hours earned from The Trust’s webinars or any other continuing education programs authorized by APA to offer CE credit and become eligible for a 5% savings on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance premium for one renewal. To obtain CE discounts, download and submit CE certificates (totaling 4 or 6 hours as explained above and completed within the previous 15 months) with your insurance application/renewal. Discounts are not applicable to Researcher/Academician or Student policies. Group policies become eligible for CE discounts when at least 50% of individuals insured under the group policy submit CE certification totaling the number of credits needed for a particular percentage discount. All applications are individually underwritten and submission of CE certification will not guarantee insurance policy issuance or renewal. Continuing Education Credits The Trust is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Trust maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The Trust is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0019. Continuing Education Grievance Policy The Trust is fully committed to conducting all activities in strict conformance with the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles of Psychologists. The Trust will comply with all legal and ethical guidelines for non-discrimination in promotional activities, program content and in the treatment of CE participants. The Trust CE Director is responsible for complying with these standards. While the Trust strives to assure fair treatment for all participants and to anticipate problems before they occur, occasionally grievances may be filed. In cases where a participant files a written or oral grievance, the following actions are taken: If the grievance concerns the content of the workshop, webinar, book or the continuing education test, a Trust representative will mediate and will be the final arbitrator. If the participant requests action, the CE Director or a Trust representative will either provide a credit for a subsequent CE offering or provide a partial or full refund of the CE fee already paid. Actions involving a credit or a refund will require a written note documenting the grievance for record-keeping purposes. The aggrieved individual need not sign the note. If the grievance specifically concerns The Trust, the CE Director or Trust representative will attempt to arbitrate. Direct correspondence to: Continuing Education The Trust 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 700 Rockville, MD 20850 Phone: (800) 477-1200 Email: grievances@trustinsurance.com NOTE: This information is provided as a risk management resource and is not legal advice or an individualized personal consultation. At the time this resource was prepared, all information was as current and accurate as possible; however, regulations, laws, or prevailing professional practice standards may have changed since the posting or recording of this resource. Accordingly, it is your responsibility to confirm whether regulatory or legal issues that are relevant to you have since been updated and/or to consult with your professional advisors or legal counsel for timely guidance specific to your situation. As with all professional use of material, please explicitly cite The Trust Companies as the source if you reproduce or distribute any portion of these resources. Reproduction or distribution of this resource without the express written permission of The Trust Companies is strictly prohibited. Read more

This presentation will focus on the HIPAA Security Rule. Participants will learn about the Security Rule Standards and scalability, as well as potential areas of risk, and best practices for compliance.   Featuring: Stacey Larson, J.D., Psy.D. [Note] This webinar was filmed on October 24, 2022, and may not reflect the most current information and laws regarding this topic. Learning Objectives Apply principles of a Security Rule risk assessment to clinical practice. Identify potential areas of risk in clinical practice. Important Notice Because this webinar is on-demand, once you are registered and have created a login account, you can view the webinar at any time in whatever time increments are most convenient. In order to download your CE certificate, receive CE credits, and become eligible for a discount on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance policy premium, you must: Complete the entire webinar, Pass a brief exam, and, Complete a brief evaluation form. You are required to achieve a passing score of 75 percent or higher. You are allowed three attempts to successfully complete the exam. If you are unsuccessful on the third attempt, you must re-purchase the course to try again. Eligibility for Insurance Premium Discounts Unless otherwise noted, you can combine 6 or more CE credit hours earned from The Trust’s Virtual Webinar Series (Risk Management Roundtables, Telehealth Community Chats, We Hold These Truths) and become eligible for a 15% savings on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance premium for two consecutive renewal periods. You can also combine 4 or more CE credit hours earned from The Trust’s webinars or any other continuing education programs authorized by APA to offer CE credit and become eligible for a 5% savings on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance premium for one renewal. To obtain CE discounts, download and submit CE certificates (totaling 4 or 6 hours as explained above and completed within the previous 15 months) with your insurance application/renewal. Discounts are not applicable to Researcher/Academician or Student policies. Group policies become eligible for CE discounts when at least 50% of individuals insured under the group policy submit CE certification totaling the number of credits needed for a particular percentage discount. All applications are individually underwritten and submission of CE certification will not guarantee insurance policy issuance or renewal. Continuing Education Credits The Trust is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Trust maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The Trust is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0019. Continuing Education Grievance Policy The Trust is fully committed to conducting all activities in strict conformance with the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles of Psychologists. The Trust will comply with all legal and ethical guidelines for non-discrimination in promotional activities, program content and in the treatment of CE participants. The Trust CE Director is responsible for complying with these standards. While the Trust strives to assure fair treatment for all participants and to anticipate problems before they occur, occasionally grievances may be filed. In cases where a participant files a written or oral grievance, the following actions are taken: If the grievance concerns the content of the workshop, webinar, book or the continuing education test, a Trust representative will mediate and will be the final arbitrator. If the participant requests action, the CE Director or a Trust representative will either provide a credit for a subsequent CE offering or provide a partial or full refund of the CE fee already paid. Actions involving a credit or a refund will require a written note documenting the grievance for record-keeping purposes. The aggrieved individual need not sign the note. If the grievance specifically concerns The Trust, the CE Director or Trust representative will attempt to arbitrate. Direct correspondence to: Continuing Education The Trust 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 700 Rockville, MD 20850 Phone: (800) 477-1200 Email: grievances@trustinsurance.com NOTE: This information is provided as a risk management resource and is not legal advice or an individualized personal consultation. At the time this resource was prepared, all information was as current and accurate as possible; however, regulations, laws, or prevailing professional practice standards may have changed since the posting or recording of this resource. Accordingly, it is your responsibility to confirm whether regulatory or legal issues that are relevant to you have since been updated and/or to consult with your professional advisors or legal counsel for timely guidance specific to your situation. As with all professional use of material, please explicitly cite The Trust Companies as the source if you reproduce or distribute any portion of these resources. Reproduction or distribution of this resource without the express written permission of The Trust Companies is strictly prohibited. Read more

In the last 20 years, several states have mandated specific training requirements for custody evaluators and others related to IPV. In 2016, the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) approved and published their “Guidelines for Examining Intimate Partner Violence”. In 2022, AFCC approved their new Guidelines for Parenting Plan Evaluations in Family Law Cases. Of note, the APA child custody evaluation guidelines published in 2009 made no mention of IPV or family violence. Additionally, research trends have suggested that custody evaluators are not taking IPV seriously enough when compared with other family related issues. In this webinar, the presenter – a psychologist who teaches domestic violence at the National Judicial College and has spoken internationally on this issue – will guide participants in understanding key issues regarding IPV, including: Differentiation between common sub-types of IPV in separating/divorcing families Separation-Instigated Violence (SIV) Situational Couples’ Violence (SCV) Coercive Control Violence (CCV)) Screening and other tools useful for assessing IPV in the family Specific risks to child and families associated with those sub-types, including but not limited to risks of physical abuse, stalking, emotional abuse, and sexual and economic control Considering recommendations associated with those risks and the health, safety, and welfare of the child Featuring: Philip Stahl, Ph.D. [Note] This webinar was filmed on October 19, 2022, and may not reflect the most current information and laws regarding this topic. Learning Objectives Articulate critical understanding of IPV in family law matters. Integrate a differentiated IPV framework of post-separation risk into their assessment of the family. Provide the court with more nuanced and appropriate recommendations regarding the health, safety, and welfare of the family in cases with allegations of IPV. Important Notice Because this webinar is on-demand, once you are registered and have created a login account, you can view the webinar at any time in whatever time increments are most convenient. In order to download your CE certificate, receive CE credits, and become eligible for a discount on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance policy premium, you must: Complete the entire webinar, Pass a brief exam, and, Complete a brief evaluation form. You are required to achieve a passing score of 75 percent or higher. You are allowed three attempts to successfully complete the exam. If you are unsuccessful on the third attempt, you must re-purchase the course to try again. Eligibility for Insurance Premium Discounts Unless otherwise noted, you can combine 6 or more CE credit hours earned from The Trust’s webinars and become eligible for a 10% savings on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance premium for one renewal. You can also combine 4 or more CE credit hours earned from The Trust’s webinars or any other continuing education programs authorized by APA to offer CE credit and become eligible for a 5% savings on your Trust Sponsored Professional Liability Insurance premium for one renewal. To obtain CE discounts, download and submit CE certificates (totaling 4 or 6 hours as explained above and completed within the previous 15 months) with your insurance application/renewal. Discounts are not applicable to Researcher/Academician or Student policies. Group policies become eligible for CE discounts when at least 50% of individuals insured under the group policy submit CE certification totaling the number of credits needed for a particular percentage discount. All applications are individually underwritten and submission of CE certification will not guarantee insurance policy issuance or renewal. Continuing Education Credits The Trust is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Trust maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The Trust is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0019. Continuing Education Grievance Policy The Trust is fully committed to conducting all activities in strict conformance with the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles of Psychologists. The Trust will comply with all legal and ethical guidelines for non-discrimination in promotional activities, program content and in the treatment of CE participants. The Trust CE Director is responsible for complying with these standards. While the Trust strives to assure fair treatment for all participants and to anticipate problems before they occur, occasionally grievances may be filed. In cases where a participant files a written or oral grievance, the following actions are taken: If the grievance concerns the content of the workshop, webinar, book or the continuing education test, a Trust representative will mediate and will be the final arbitrator. If the participant requests action, the CE Director or a Trust representative will either provide a credit for a subsequent CE offering or provide a partial or full refund of the CE fee already paid. Actions involving a credit or a refund will require a written note documenting the grievance for record-keeping purposes. The aggrieved individual need not sign the note. If the grievance specifically concerns The Trust, the CE Director or Trust representative will attempt to arbitrate. Direct correspondence to: Continuing Education The Trust 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 700 Rockville, MD 20850 Phone: (800) 477-1200 Email: grievances@trustinsurance.com NOTE: This information is provided as a risk management resource and is not legal advice or an individualized personal consultation. At the time this resource was prepared, all information was as current and accurate as possible; however, regulations, laws, or prevailing professional practice standards may have changed since the posting or recording of this resource. Accordingly, it is your responsibility to confirm whether regulatory or legal issues that are relevant to you have since been updated and/or to consult with your professional advisors or legal counsel for timely guidance specific to your situation. As with all professional use of material, please explicitly cite The Trust Companies as the source if you reproduce or distribute any portion of these resources. Reproduction or distribution of this resource without the express written permission of The Trust Companies is strictly prohibited. Read more