Code of Ethics Comparison
Code of Ethics Comparison
Abstract
This paper is a comparison between the codes of ethics of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC). This paper aims to present the similarities and differences between the two codes of ethics. There are two main sections on this paper. The first section presents the general similarities and differences of the two codes of ethics. The second section presents the similarities and differences of the two codes of ethics on three specific areas: Confidentiality, Sexual Intimacies and Informed Consent. The author used the codes of ethics of both organizations in the process of comparing and contrasting. The general comparison reveals that the codes of ethics of the two organizations apply to the same profession but they differ in the foundation upon which their codes of ethics were crafted. The comparison on three specific areas reveals similarities in contents but differ in depth and details.
Introduction
The code of ethics is the heart and soul of any business or professional organization. This code of ethics sets the standard to which all business or professional activities of all of its members are measured. This code is the ultimate guide on how members of the organization should act in connection with the performance of their duties and obligations. Likewise, it is the basis upon which disputes can be settled or decisions are to be made. This is the protection of each member of the organization against unlawful accusations or it can also serve as a basis for disciplinary actions for erring members. This is the code that each member will have to understand and adhere to in order to function effectively within that particular organization.
A code of ethics should be clear and leaves no doubt for any other interpretation as to its meaning and intent. It should also be wide in scope as to cover every necessary area or aspect of the organization under
Abstract
This paper is a comparison between the codes of ethics of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC). This paper aims to present the similarities and differences between the two codes of ethics. There are two main sections on this paper. The first section presents the general similarities and differences of the two codes of ethics. The second section presents the similarities and differences of the two codes of ethics on three specific areas: Confidentiality, Sexual Intimacies and Informed Consent. The author used the codes of ethics of both organizations in the process of comparing and contrasting. The general comparison reveals that the codes of ethics of the two organizations apply to the same profession but they differ in the foundation upon which their codes of ethics were crafted. The comparison on three specific areas reveals similarities in contents but differ in depth and details.
Introduction
The code of ethics is the heart and soul of any business or professional organization. This code of ethics sets the standard to which all business or professional activities of all of its members are measured. This code is the ultimate guide on how members of the organization should act in connection with the performance of their duties and obligations. Likewise, it is the basis upon which disputes can be settled or decisions are to be made. This is the protection of each member of the organization against unlawful accusations or it can also serve as a basis for disciplinary actions for erring members. This is the code that each member will have to understand and adhere to in order to function effectively within that particular organization.
A code of ethics should be clear and leaves no doubt for any other interpretation as to its meaning and intent. It should also be wide in scope as to cover every necessary area or aspect of the organization under
References: AACC Law and Ethics Committee. (2004). AACC code of ethics. Retrieved from http://www.aacc.net/about-us/code-of-ethics/ American Counseling Association. (2005). ACA code of ethics. Retrieved from http://www.counseling.org/Resources/CodeOfEthics/TP/Home/CT2.aspx