Applying an Organisation's Code of Conduct

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Code of Conduct Training is a structured educational program designed to inform employees, students, or members of an organization about the ethical standards, behavioral expectations, and legal obligations required in their environment. This training ensures that everyone understands what is considered acceptable behavior, how to handle conflicts of interest, how to report misconduct, and how to create an inclusive, respectful culture. The goal is to prevent unethical or illegal actions and maintain a professional and safe working or learning environment.

Why is Code of Conduct Training Important?

Code of Conduct Training is important because it helps individuals understand the rules that govern their actions within an organization. It minimizes the risk of misconduct such as harassment, discrimination, fraud, or conflicts of interest. When employees or members know what’s expected, they are more likely to act responsibly and ethically. This training also protects the organization legally and improves its reputation by showing a commitment to integrity and accountability.

Who Needs Code of Conduct Training?

Code of Conduct Training is essential for all members of an organization, including new hires, existing employees, managers, contractors, and even volunteers. In schools, students and faculty may also undergo this training. By including everyone, the organization fosters a consistent understanding of acceptable behavior across all levels, promoting a respectful and compliant environment.

This unit standard is intended for learners in a work environment.

This unit standard is intended for learners in a work environment. It is designed to raise moral standards as a counter to potential or real corruption within a work environment. The focus is on ethics and the learner, and does not include corporate governance. This unit standard is intended for junior managers of organisations. The qualifying learner is capable of explaining the concept of personal ethics in relation to the moral compass, describing the role of a code of conduct in a work environment, according to ethical principles and upholding the code of conduct within the work team.

Course Content
  • The components of the ‘moral compass’ are described according to theory and practice.
  • The team leader identifies team members’ positions on the ‘moral compass’ according to observed behaviour.
  • The relationship between ethics and the constitution is explained according to group and individual rights and responsibilities.
  • Code of conduct is explained, with reference to organisational documentation.
  • The Code of conduct is compared to the principles in the Constitution and the ‘moral compass’ within the context of the organisation.
  • Potential conflict between a personal value system and an organisational code of conduct is identified, with examples.
  • The consequences of non-compliance with a code are explained, with examples.
  • Aspects of the code of conduct are applied according to Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Examples of deviations, past or present, from the code of conduct, are identified and remedial action, if appropriate, is taken according to Standard Operating Procedures.
  • The importance of reporting deviations in areas beyond team leader’s area of responsibility is explained according to the code of conduct.
  • Non-accredited: Short course only  
  • Duration: 1h 30m
  • Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
  • Access Period: 12 Months 
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