E01: Professional Ethics Mastery Exam

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CE Hours

30 CE Credits

Course Description

This course helps you learn to describe rational thinking in ethics, describe the applications of ethics in various professional situations, identify the main issues in ethical living, and present plans for personal ethical problem-solving. The course consists of ten modules and a comprehensive open-book mastery exam.

Course Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Describe rational thinking in ethics
  • Describe the applications of ethics in various professional situations
  • Identify the main issues in ethical living
  • Present plans for personal ethical problem-solving

Course Format and Faculty

Course Format:

Online linked resources and lectures available anytime, 24/7. Includes one multiple-choice exam taken at the end of the course. A passing grade of 75% is required. Upon passing, learners may print their certificate immediately.

Course Developers and Instructors:

R. Klimes, PhD, MPH (Johns Hopkins University) is a scholar and author in health-related research, health behaviors, ethics, end-of-life care, and overall wellness. He has written numerous research reports and books and has held academic and leadership roles in higher education and public health internationally.

Course Time:

Approximately 30 hours for online study, test taking, course evaluation feedback, and certificate printing.

Course Content

Section 1: Course Overview
Lesson 1: How This Course Works
Section 2: The Ten Modules
Lesson 1: E11: Ethical Choices: How to Reason Ethically
Lesson 2: E12: Ethical Problems: What Guides Decisions?
Lesson 4: E14: Social Ethics: Trust and Accountability
Lesson 5: E15: Global Ethics: Concerns for Citizens
Lesson 6: E16: Business Ethics: Doing Straight Transactions
Lesson 7: E17: Reality Ethics: Solving Ethical Cases
Lesson 8: E18: Ethical Dilemmas: Solving Dilemma Cases
Lesson 10: E20: Ethics of Disclosure: Tell or Hide
Lesson 1: 60-Question Comprehensive Exam
Final Quiz
E01: Professional Ethics Mastery Exam