Wellness for Helpers

Ethics of Helping

Boundaries and Relationships

Ethical dilemmas are common in helping roles, especially around boundaries and relationships. This workshop explores ethical principles and decision-making models that guide professional conduct.

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Available for Private Delivery
Certificate Included

Ethical Decision-Making for Helping Professionals

It is very common for anyone working in the helping profession to encounter ethical dilemmas. Ethics are at the heart of competent and effective practice for anyone in the helping field, particularly when managing boundaries and relationships. This workshop is designed to give individuals and organizations an opportunity to review common principles and standards for ethical practice that are relevant for their settings. Participants will practice using an ethical decision-making process to work through common areas of ethical concerns and leave with a stronger awareness of their own ethical base.

Learning Objectives

Define the concept of ethics and how it applies within the helping profession
Describe the common values and principles that guide codes of ethics in helping professions
Identify steps in a process for ethical decision-making
Describe ethical considerations for boundaries and cultural competence in the workplace
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Connect and learn alongside peers
Engage in discussions and practical exercises
Earn 6 CECs per day of training
Receive a certificate upon completion
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What You'll Learn

Walk away with the knowledge and tools to make a meaningful difference. The objectives below outline what you'll be equipped to do after completing this training.

Ethics Foundations

Learn key ethical principles in helping work.

Boundaries and Dual Relationships

Understand boundary challenges and risks.

Decision-Making Models

Apply ethical decision-making frameworks.

Confidentiality and Privacy

Learn best practices for protecting information.

Power and Responsibility

Explore the impact of power in helping roles.

Maintain Professional Integrity

Develop strategies for ethical, sustainable practice.

Our Approach

Grounded in research, practical application, and real‑world experience.

Accessible

Clear, approachable learning without unnecessary jargon.

Applicable

Content designed for real‑world challenges and opportunities.

Engaging

Facilitators bring content to life through stories and examples.

Practical

Skills and tools designed for everyday use in your setting.

What People Are Saying

Insights from our participants.

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It's not always easy to facilitate a six-hour session, but it flew by. Perfectly timed, packed with useful, relevant information, curated to address the unique needs of our group."

K. Decle

University of British Columbia, Office of Student Academic Services

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This was one of the best trainings our organization has had. Staff were so engaged and came away energized and excited rather than tired and drained."

T. Etienne

Portal Youth Outreach Association

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CTRI is a great source for learning. They were easy to work with and our facilitator presented in an engaging and interactive way that kept people interested and attentive."

J. Grimes

Optimism Place Women's Shelter and Support Services

FAQ's

Common questions about the training.

This training is for:

Mental health professionals
Social services and community‑based professionals
First responders and emergency services
Health care workers and support staff
School and post‑secondary personnel
Leaders, managers, and supervisors
Human resources and people operations teams
Employees in corporate or business settings
Anyone working in people‑centred or support roles

What does this training cover?

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This workshop explores ethical principles, boundary challenges, confidentiality, dual relationships, and decision-making models that support responsible professional practice.

Who is this training for?

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This training is designed for counsellors, social workers, health care workers, case managers, and any helping professional who navigates ethical decisions in their work.

Does this training address confidentiality and privacy?

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Yes. The workshop includes practical guidance on confidentiality and privacy obligations within helping relationships.

Is this training relevant for newer or more experienced helpers?

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Both. Newer helpers benefit from building a strong ethical foundation, while experienced practitioners often find the workshop helps them reflect on and refine their approach to complex situations.

Is this training available online or privately?

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Yes. CTRI offers this workshop in live, on-demand, and private formats. View current training dates or contact us to arrange a session.

Does this training connect to CTRI's counselling certificate programs?

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Yes. Ethics is a foundational component of effective helping and is relevant across CTRI's counselling certificate programs. Contact CTRI for more details.

Strengthen Ethical Helping Practice

Learn how to navigate ethical dilemmas, maintain boundaries, and make confident decisions in your helping practice. View training options or bring this workshop to your team.

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