INTRODUCTION TO PROFESSIONAL ETHICS

1.3. Professional ethics

Professional ethics focuses on the moral principles and standards specific to a particular profession or field. It establishes the foundation for acceptable and responsible behavior in the workplace or professional context. While personal ethics are subjective and open to interpretation, professional ethics are more standardized and governed by rules, regulations, codes of conduct, and legal obligations. These guidelines assist professionals in making decisions that prioritize ethical values, integrity, honesty, and accountability.

Key rules include:

The main objectives of professional ethics are:

Practical assignment 1.3. 

Practical assignment 1.4. Professional ethics dialog card test. Use the following scenarios and questions to assess your understanding and application of professional ethics. Each dialog card includes a scenario followed by a question.