Why have a code of ethics?

By Michael Doneman | March 12, 2009

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According to the Life Skills Coaches Association of British Columbia, we need an ethical code:

• to define accepted/acceptable behaviours;
• to promote high standards of practice;
• to provide a benchmark for members to use for self evaluation;
• to establish a framework for professional behaviour and responsibilities;
• as a vehicle for occupational identity;
• as a mark of occupational maturity.

The last two are especially interesting for Edgeware: the idea that ethical practice is a function of identity and maturity.

1 Comment so far

1. by Evan on March 13, 2009 at 6:42 pm

   They are basically PR stunts. Do you really think that signing up to these things will change anyone?

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