Professional Practice Module 4 - Duties to our Professional Association, Employers, Employees and the Public Flashcards
What are some duties to your professional association?
Be honest in applications for registration and certification.
Comply with regulatory authorities.
Assist, and not interfere with the disciplinary process.
Comply with mandated self reporting.
What are some duties to the employers, employees, and the public?
Be professional, courteous, and respectful.
Do not breach another person’s trust, mislead them, or betray them.
Act in good faith, and display reasonable availability and diligence.
What are some duties when employed by an organization?
Ensure HR policies and practices are legal and respectful.
Do not falsify statements or reports.
Correct and report any falsified statements and reports.
What are some duties when acting as an independent practitioner?
Determine the scope and nature of the problem in a complete and objective manner.
Notify the client of approximate and foreseeable costs.
Do not unilaterally terminate the contract and give notice of contract termination.
Upon request, account for your progress.
Have adequate professional liability insurance and do not exclude it from the contract.
What are some duties when supervising others?
Do not abuse your power or influence.
Do not retaliate against someone who has acted negatively against you.
Do not direct someone to do something they are not qualified to do without supervising their actions or assessing their output.
What are some duties when representing individuals or organizations?
Be prepared.
Be respectful and ensure there are no conflicts of interest.
Do not withdraw representation without good reason or notice.
Withdraw representation when asked to violate the professional rules of conduct.
