Coaching Ethics Paper
This paper’s aim is to discuss the need for high quality ethics in professional coaching and the different aspects including confidentiality, integrity, conflicts of interest, conduct, reputation and legal obligations. In discussion will be areas of conflict of interest for a coach that occurs before the coaching has started and during the programme. Also included in this paper is the code of ethics from two different coaching organizations. They will be compared with potential issues , and analyzed outcomes . In conclusion a reflection on the findings, with possible solutions to overcome and minimize any future risks.
To be successful in coaching the need to totally create a solid relationship between the coach and coachee is essential. It
is vital to begin with, that the coach identifies any potential ethical risks involved immediately. The coach is responsible for ending the sessions for reasons such as the coachee needing another professional such as a therapist, or if coaching is not suitable for the coachee. The communication must be always clear for the coach to identify and support the coachee with any changes. There must be a strong purpose for the coaching with open and honest conversations around expectations and outcomes.
If a sponsor has paid for the coachee’s sessions, it is then up to the coach to adhere to confidentiality in all agreed concerns. For example within the business environment before any coaching can commence it is vital for an agreement. The sponsor concerned and the coach need to also agree on the ethics and values involved, Pomerantz & Eiting, 2011. A good solid signed contract by all parties can then be done.
The coach not only has a reputation to uphold, but the integrity of the coaching profession as well. Coaches need to clearly identify their credentials and minimize any potential legal complications. (Lindberg, 2007) discusses the high need for contracts to be put in place. He then goes on to confirm that a coach has to be totally clear about what they are stating to their clients in order for no legal remifications later on. The ICF code of ethics (section 12-13) discusses that a clear presice contract is required for all clients, and that it will be honoured. Section 14-15 goes on to say that a coach must identify their qualifications and expertise, and will not mislead the coachee in any way.
Another key aspect of a coach is the business ethics. This is all record keeping such as notes, files, taxes and personal payroll. Again there is many legal issues regardng this and Lingberg
To be successful in coaching the need to totally create a solid relationship between the coach and coachee is essential. It
is vital to begin with, that the coach identifies any potential ethical risks involved immediately. The coach is responsible for ending the sessions for reasons such as the coachee needing another professional such as a therapist, or if coaching is not suitable for the coachee. The communication must be always clear for the coach to identify and support the coachee with any changes. There must be a strong purpose for the coaching with open and honest conversations around expectations and outcomes.
If a sponsor has paid for the coachee’s sessions, it is then up to the coach to adhere to confidentiality in all agreed concerns. For example within the business environment before any coaching can commence it is vital for an agreement. The sponsor concerned and the coach need to also agree on the ethics and values involved, Pomerantz & Eiting, 2011. A good solid signed contract by all parties can then be done.
The coach not only has a reputation to uphold, but the integrity of the coaching profession as well. Coaches need to clearly identify their credentials and minimize any potential legal complications. (Lindberg, 2007) discusses the high need for contracts to be put in place. He then goes on to confirm that a coach has to be totally clear about what they are stating to their clients in order for no legal remifications later on. The ICF code of ethics (section 12-13) discusses that a clear presice contract is required for all clients, and that it will be honoured. Section 14-15 goes on to say that a coach must identify their qualifications and expertise, and will not mislead the coachee in any way.
Another key aspect of a coach is the business ethics. This is all record keeping such as notes, files, taxes and personal payroll. Again there is many legal issues regardng this and Lingberg