COACHING
- CODE of CONDUCT (based on ICF & IIC pronouncements)
Standards of Professional & Ethical Conduct
Professional Conduct At Large
As a coach,
1) I will conduct myself in a manner that reflects positively upon the
coaching profession and I will refrain from engaging in conduct or
making statements that may negatively impact the public's
understanding or acceptance of coaching as a profession.
2) I will not knowingly make any public statements that are untrue
or misleading, or make false claims in any written documents relating
to the coaching profession.
3) I will respect different approaches to coaching. I will honor the efforts
and contributions of others and not misrepresent them as my own.
4) I will be aware of any issues that may potentially lead to the misuse
of my influence by recognizing the nature of coaching and the way in
which it may affect the lives of others.
5) I will at all times strive to recognize personal issues that may impair,
conflict or interfere with my coaching performance or my professional
relationships. Whenever the facts and circumstances necessitate, I will
promptly seek professional assistance and determine the action to be
taken, including whether it is appropriate to suspend or terminate the
coaching relationship(s).
6) As a trainer or supervisor of current and potential coaches, I will
conduct myself in accordance with the Code of Ethics in all training
and supervisory situations.
7) I will conduct and report research with competence, honesty and
within recognized scientific standards. My research will be carried out
with the necessary approval or consent from those involved, and with
an approach that will reasonably protect participants from any potential
harm. All research efforts will be performed in a manner that complies
with the laws of the country in which the research is conducted.
8) I will accurately create, maintain, store and dispose of any records of
work done in relation to the practice of coaching in a way that promotes
confidentiality and complies with applicable laws.
Professional Conduct With Clients,
9) I will set clear, appropriate, and culturally sensitive boundaries
that govern any physical contact that I may have with my clients.
10) I will construct clear agreements with my clients, and will honor
all agreements made in the context of professional coaching relationships.
11) I will ensure that, prior to or at the initial session, my coaching client
understands the nature of coaching, the bounds of confidentiality, financial
arrangements and other terms of the coaching agreement.
12) I will accurately identify my qualifications, expertise and experience as a coach.
13) I will not intentionally mislead or make false claims about what my client
will receive from the coaching process or from me as their coach.
14) I will not give my clients or prospective clients information or advice I know
or believe to be misleading.
15) I will not knowingly exploit any aspect of the coach-client relationship for
my personal benefit, professional advantage or monetary gain.
16) I will respect the client's right to terminate coaching at any point during the
coaching process. I will be alert to indications that the client is no longer benefiting
from our coaching relationship.
17) If I believe the client would be better served by another coach, or by another
resource, I will encourage the client to make a change.
18) I will suggest that my clients seek the services of other professionals when
deemed appropriate or necessary.
19) I will take all reasonable steps to notify the appropriate authorities in the
event a client discloses an intention to endanger self or others.
Confidentiality/Privacy,
20) I will respect the confidentiality of my client's information, except as
otherwise authorized by my client, or as required by law.
21) I will obtain agreement from my clients before releasing their names as
clients, or references, or any other client identifying information.
22) I will obtain agreement from the person being coached before releasing
information to a third party which may be compensating me for the coaching
services provided to that person.
Conflicts of Interest,
23) I will seek to avoid conflicts between my interests and the interests of my clients.
24) Whenever any actual conflict of interest or the potential for a conflict of interest
arises, I will openly disclose it and fully discuss with my client how to deal with it in
whatever way best serves my client.
25) I will disclose to my client all anticipated compensation from third parties that
I may receive for referrals of that client.
26) I will only barter for services, goods or other non-monetary remuneration when
it will not impair the coaching relationship.
Professional Conduct At Large
As a coach,
1) I will conduct myself in a manner that reflects positively upon the
coaching profession and I will refrain from engaging in conduct or
making statements that may negatively impact the public's
understanding or acceptance of coaching as a profession.
2) I will not knowingly make any public statements that are untrue
or misleading, or make false claims in any written documents relating
to the coaching profession.
3) I will respect different approaches to coaching. I will honor the efforts
and contributions of others and not misrepresent them as my own.
4) I will be aware of any issues that may potentially lead to the misuse
of my influence by recognizing the nature of coaching and the way in
which it may affect the lives of others.
5) I will at all times strive to recognize personal issues that may impair,
conflict or interfere with my coaching performance or my professional
relationships. Whenever the facts and circumstances necessitate, I will
promptly seek professional assistance and determine the action to be
taken, including whether it is appropriate to suspend or terminate the
coaching relationship(s).
6) As a trainer or supervisor of current and potential coaches, I will
conduct myself in accordance with the Code of Ethics in all training
and supervisory situations.
7) I will conduct and report research with competence, honesty and
within recognized scientific standards. My research will be carried out
with the necessary approval or consent from those involved, and with
an approach that will reasonably protect participants from any potential
harm. All research efforts will be performed in a manner that complies
with the laws of the country in which the research is conducted.
8) I will accurately create, maintain, store and dispose of any records of
work done in relation to the practice of coaching in a way that promotes
confidentiality and complies with applicable laws.
Professional Conduct With Clients,
9) I will set clear, appropriate, and culturally sensitive boundaries
that govern any physical contact that I may have with my clients.
10) I will construct clear agreements with my clients, and will honor
all agreements made in the context of professional coaching relationships.
11) I will ensure that, prior to or at the initial session, my coaching client
understands the nature of coaching, the bounds of confidentiality, financial
arrangements and other terms of the coaching agreement.
12) I will accurately identify my qualifications, expertise and experience as a coach.
13) I will not intentionally mislead or make false claims about what my client
will receive from the coaching process or from me as their coach.
14) I will not give my clients or prospective clients information or advice I know
or believe to be misleading.
15) I will not knowingly exploit any aspect of the coach-client relationship for
my personal benefit, professional advantage or monetary gain.
16) I will respect the client's right to terminate coaching at any point during the
coaching process. I will be alert to indications that the client is no longer benefiting
from our coaching relationship.
17) If I believe the client would be better served by another coach, or by another
resource, I will encourage the client to make a change.
18) I will suggest that my clients seek the services of other professionals when
deemed appropriate or necessary.
19) I will take all reasonable steps to notify the appropriate authorities in the
event a client discloses an intention to endanger self or others.
Confidentiality/Privacy,
20) I will respect the confidentiality of my client's information, except as
otherwise authorized by my client, or as required by law.
21) I will obtain agreement from my clients before releasing their names as
clients, or references, or any other client identifying information.
22) I will obtain agreement from the person being coached before releasing
information to a third party which may be compensating me for the coaching
services provided to that person.
Conflicts of Interest,
23) I will seek to avoid conflicts between my interests and the interests of my clients.
24) Whenever any actual conflict of interest or the potential for a conflict of interest
arises, I will openly disclose it and fully discuss with my client how to deal with it in
whatever way best serves my client.
25) I will disclose to my client all anticipated compensation from third parties that
I may receive for referrals of that client.
26) I will only barter for services, goods or other non-monetary remuneration when
it will not impair the coaching relationship.
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