Counselor education programs are directly impacted by Title IX and the Clery Act's mandatory reporting requirements. Due to the Penn State scandal, these policies are being enforced more rigorously. Balancing reporting requirements with ethical expectations for informed consent and confidentially presents challenges in didactic and clinical coursework. Finding a balance that protects student/client privacy rights involves proactive advocacy with university officials to establish policies specific to counselor education. A sample policy will be presented.
