ethics

Question 1

NCCP code of ethics for coaches

Answer 1

1. physical safety and health of athletes
2. coach responsibility
3. integrity and relations with others
4. respect of athletes
5. honouring sport

Question 2

Six steps in making ethical decisions (MED)

Answer 2

1. Establish the facts of the situation
2. determine what the issues are (legal or ethical)
3. identify potential decisions that could be made and consider results
4. identify pros and cons of each ethical decision
5. select the best option for decision
6. design an action plan to implement the decision and plan to manage the consequences

Question 3

Step 1

Answer 3

establish the facts of the situation

• what has happened
• where and when did this occur
• who is involved

Question 4

step 2

Answer 4

determine wether the situation involves legal or ethical issues

Question 5

step 3

Answer 5

identify options and and possible consequences

• do nothing make no decision
• intermediate options
• most comprehensive or liberal action decision that can be made

Question 6

step 4

Answer 6

evaluate your options

• core principles of nccp ethics
• outcomes sought, do what is good for team and player
• means used, do the right thing

Question 7

step 5

Answer 7

choose the best option

Question 8

step 6

Answer 8

implement decision