Code of Ethics
All certified members shall assist in maintaining the integrity and competence of the Trainer and Coaching profession by agreeing to abide by the following code of professional ethics as provided by Spectrum Transition Coaching.
The list below is not exhaustive and should be considered as a minimum standard for best practice:
Members shall conduct sessions at all times in a professional manner within a professional setting.
Members shall obey all country, local laws and regulations concerning the practice of coaching for performance.
All matters between the member and client shall be confidential. No third party shall have access to information given to the member by the client. exceptions: a) when the client has granted permission in writing to divulge private information; b) where life is at risk by withholding private information; or c) by force of law.
Member shall conduct sessions that comply with best practice regarding sexual and racial equality.
All personal information held regarding clients is subject to local regulations ie; GDPR, and where they do not exist UK best practice is to be applied.
The member shall have a responsible attitude in retaining the good name of the coaches by attention to personal conduct.
The member shall keep up-to-date with material and innovations in their field of interest by attending continuous professional development workshops as directed by the governing body; Spectrum Transition Coaching.
Prior to entering into any professional relationship, the member shall disclose to the client the nature of the coaching, the purpose of the coaching, the anticipated length and potential cost of the coaching.
No service will be provided until an informed consent is secured from the client.
The member shall use chaperones in therapy where required and gain authorisation from Client or Patient if not required. (Mandatory for children under 16 years of age).
If during the course of a session, information is disclosed that would suggest a referral or consultation with other professionals would be appropriate, the session shall be terminated and the referral or consultation shall be made if requested by the client.
If the member is working by referral from another professional, the member shall only perform such services as are specified in the referral, and shall terminate the relationship after such services are provided.
A member shall terminate his/her relationship with a client when the client can no longer benefit from continued service and shall not provide service if the member does not have a good faith belief that the client will benefit from the services provided.
Where change programmes are organised the member will ensure risk assessments are conducted and normal operating procedures are adhered to in accordance with Spectrum Transition Coaching limitations of awards.
Where the member uses transition coaching applications in a corporate setting guidance and licensing should be sought from Spectrum Transition Coaching for the purpose of quality assurance and adherence to limitations of awards.
The member shall work within the limitations of the award held.
The member shall seek mentoring from Spectrum Transition Coaching in order to progress through the scheme of awards.
Spectrum Transition Coaching NGB will pursue any complaints within 10 days of receipt and where necessary take action against members who do not comply with this code of ethics.
All breaches of this code of ethics should be reported to the governing body namely, Spectrum Transition Coaching via email on:
This shall be fully supported by evidence.
