Rules of Confidentiality
- College personnel, including counselors, have a professional obligation to respect the confidentiality of individuals who use campus services. Information is only reported to or otherwise shared with any individuals or departments on campus with a legitimate educational interest in accordance with FERPA.
- Utilizing the Counseling Center does not in any way affect a student's admission status, program eligibility, or grades. Counseling sessions are not recorded on a student's transcripts or official record.
- Students who desire verification of their counseling session must sign a "release of information" statement indicating to whom verification should be made.
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Exception:
The general requirements that counselors keep information confidential does not apply when disclosure is required to prevent clear and imminent danger to the individual or others or when legal requirements demand that confidential information be revealed.
Emergency Information (24 hours/7 days):
For medical or life threatening emergencies, call 911
For mental health emergencies:
- Maricopa County Crisis 602-222-9444
- EMPACT Suicide Hotline: 480-784-1500
- Community Information & Referral: 602-263-8856
