Overview
Possess the ability to scrutinise matters concerning professional and ethical behavior. Ethical conduct refers to behaving in ways that are consistent with a set of moral principles and professional standards. In the workplace, this means making decisions and taking actions that are honest, fair, responsible, and respectful of others. Ethical behavior is essential for building trust, maintaining a positive reputation, and ensuring compliance with legal and organisational policies.
Description
Possess the ability to scrutinise matters concerning professional and ethical behavior. They can assess an ethical code of conduct within the operational context and adeptly apply professional ethics in real-world scenarios.
Course Content
Unit 1: Analyse issues relating to professional and ethical conduct
- Philosophical approaches to professional and ethical behaviour are analysed against own beliefs so as to determine an appropriate framework of behaviour and practice.
- Professional boundaries are assessed in accordance with current legislation and codes of practice applicable to the area of operation .
- Potential conflicts between organisational demands and professional or ethical standards are identified and described
Unit 2: Evaluate an ethical code of conduct as it applies to the operational environment
- A code of ethics as applicable to the operational environment is evaluated against internationally accepted principles for codes of ethics and gaps are identified.
- Organisational implementation of the code of ethics is assessed in terms of its implication in the operational environment.
- Strategies are suggested to improve the code of ethics and its implementation in the organisation
Unit 3: Apply professional ethics in practical situations
- Practical situations are analysed and issues pertaining to professional ethics and values are identified.
- Identified issues are assessed against the organisational code of conduct and personal behaviour framework.
- Practical issues are addressed in a manner that satisfies both the organisational code of conduct and personal behaviour framework.
Accreditation
- Non-accredited: Short course only
- Duration: 2h 00m
- Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
- Access Period: 12 Months
