CCMC Ethical Practice & Professional Development 5

Question 1

A CCMC notices signs that a client may be experiencing depression. What is the ethically appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge the client's experience, suggest professional mental health support, and adjust coaching accordingly

Answer

Coaches should recognize mental health concerns, encourage professional help, and stay within their scope rather than attempting therapeutic intervention.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a boundary violation in career coaching?

Accepted Answer

Entering a business partnership with a current coaching client

Answer

Entering a business partnership with an active client creates a dual relationship that can compromise objectivity and harm the client.

Question 3

A CCMC is marketing their services online and wants to use a testimonial from a former client. What ethical requirement applies?

Accepted Answer

The coach must obtain explicit written consent from the client before using any testimonial

Answer

Using client testimonials requires explicit informed consent to protect the client's privacy and uphold professional integrity.

Question 4

What is the most important reason for a CCMC to document the basis for major coaching decisions in client records?

Accepted Answer

To provide accountability, support reflective practice, and protect both client and coach in disputes

Answer

Documentation of decision-making provides accountability, supports the coaching process, and offers protection if the coach's conduct is ever questioned.

Question 5

A CCMC is asked to guarantee a client will land a job within 90 days. How should the coach respond?

Accepted Answer

Decline to make the guarantee and explain that outcomes depend on multiple factors outside the coach's control

Answer

Ethical coaches do not make unsubstantiated guarantees about outcomes, as job placement depends on many variables beyond the coach's control.

(CCMC) Certified Career Management Coach Practice Test

(CCMC) Certified Career Management Coach Practice Test

CCMC Ethical Practice & Professional Development 5