CELC Ethical Guidelines and Standards 5

Question 1

A client asks their executive coach to also coach their direct reports. Ethically, the coach should:

Accepted Answer

Evaluate whether coaching the leader's direct reports creates a conflict of interest or role confusion that could compromise objectivity

Answer

Coaching both a leader and their direct reports can create conflicting loyalties and compromise neutrality, requiring careful ethical evaluation before agreeing to expand the engagement.

Question 2

What is the primary ethical risk associated with a coach becoming too emotionally invested in a client's success?

Accepted Answer

The coach may lose objectivity and begin steering the client toward the coach's preferred outcomes rather than the client's own goals

Answer

Over-investment compromises the coach's neutrality and objectivity, leading to agenda-pushing that undermines the client's autonomy and self-determination.

Question 3

Which scenario best illustrates an ethical breach of the coaching agreement?

Accepted Answer

The coach discloses confidential client information to the sponsor without the client's consent

Answer

Disclosing confidential information without client consent violates the explicit confidentiality terms established in the coaching agreement and is a direct ethical breach.

Question 4

How does the CELC ethical standard address the use of social media contact between coaches and clients?

Accepted Answer

Coaches should establish clear boundaries regarding social media contact during contracting to prevent role confusion

Answer

CELC standards require coaches to proactively address the boundaries of social media contact during contracting, as blurring professional and personal connection can compromise the coaching relationship.

Question 5

A coach suspects that a client may be experiencing suicidal ideation during a session. The ethical and appropriate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge the client's state, pause coaching activities, refer to mental health resources, and follow established crisis protocols

Answer

Safety concerns override all other coaching considerations; coaches must recognize crisis situations, respond with appropriate support, and connect clients with qualified mental health professionals immediately.

(CELC) Certified Executive Leadership Coach Practice Test

(CELC) Certified Executive Leadership Coach Practice Test

CELC Ethical Guidelines and Standards 5