CCC Ethical Standards and Professional Conduct 2

Question 1

A career coach discovers a client has submitted a resume with fabricated credentials. What is the most appropriate ethical response?

Accepted Answer

Confront the client and refuse to support dishonest practices

Answer

Ethical coaches cannot assist with or condone dishonest practices and must address the issue directly with the client.

Question 2

How long should career coaches typically retain client records according to best practice guidelines?

Accepted Answer

At least 5–7 years depending on applicable law and ethical standards

Answer

Retaining records for 5–7 years (or per applicable regulation) protects both coach and client in case of future disputes or audits.

Question 3

Which principle from the ICF Code of Ethics addresses a coach's responsibility to act in the client's best interest rather than the coach's own?

Accepted Answer

Avoiding Conflicts of Interest

Answer

Avoiding conflicts of interest ensures the coach prioritizes client welfare over personal gain.

Question 4

A sponsoring organization hires a career coach to work with employees. Who is the primary client in this arrangement?

Accepted Answer

Both equally, with the coach navigating competing interests transparently

Answer

When both a sponsor and an individual are involved, the coach must clarify and balance obligations to each party transparently.

Question 5

A career coach terminates a coaching relationship abruptly without notice. Which ethical principle does this most directly violate?

Accepted Answer

Professional responsibility and appropriate termination

Answer

Ethical termination requires adequate notice and, where appropriate, referral so clients are not left without support.

CCC - Career Coach Certificate Practice Test