Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1905944209 ISBN 13: 9781905944200

Publisher: College of Occupational Therapists, 2010

Synopsis

This document is a statement of the values and principles set by the College in order to promote and maintain high standards of professional behaviour in occupational therapy. It applies to all occupational therapists, support workers and students and is also recommended for use by service users, employers, and other organisations.

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About the Author

The College of Occupational Therapists is a wholly owned subsidiary of the British Association of Occupational Therapists (BAOT) and operates as a registered charity. It represents the profession nationally and internationally, and contributes widely to policy consultations throughout the UK. The College sets the professional and educational standards for occupational therapy, providing leadership, guidance and information relating to research and development, education, practice and lifelong learning. In addition, 11 accredited specialist sections support expert clinical practice.

From the Back Cover

"This Code of ethics and professional conduct describes a set of professional behaviours and values that the British Association of Occupational Therapists expects its members to abide by, and believes all occupational therapy personnel should follow. Occupational therapists must demonstrate behaviours that promote and protect the wellbeing of service users and their carers, the wider public, and the reputation of employers and the profession. To be deemed as ‘competent’ occupational therapists need a combination of knowledge, skills and behaviours. They may learn knowledge and skills through professional training and/or experience and continuing professional development, but these elements alone are not necessarily what make a good or safe practitioner.

Reviewed every five years, the Code is an essential, practical and user-friendly guide for all members of the occupational therapy profession. Equally, it provides a useful resource for members of the public, employing organisations and other professions who need to be aware of the Code, its requirements and the expectations of the professional body in terms of ethics and professional conduct."

Edition details

• Publisher: College of Occupational Therapists
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1905944209
• ISBN 13: 9781905944200
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 68