COKO Regulatory Framework 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which document outlines the minimum standards of professional behaviour expected of all CKO members?
- The Kinesiology Act, 2007
- The CKO Code of Ethics
- The Professional Standards for Kinesiologists (Correct answer)
- The Health Professions Procedural Code
Correct answer: The Professional Standards for Kinesiologists
The Professional Standards for Kinesiologists set the minimum expectations for ethical and competent practice for all CKO registered members.
Question 2: A member of the public who is dissatisfied with a CKO decision regarding their complaint may appeal to which body?
- Ontario Superior Court of Justice
- Health Professions Appeal and Review Board (HPARB) (Correct answer)
- Ministry of Health
- Ontario Ombudsman
Correct answer: Health Professions Appeal and Review Board (HPARB)
The Health Professions Appeal and Review Board (HPARB) is the independent tribunal that reviews decisions made by health regulatory colleges, including the CKO.
Question 3: Under the CKO's registration requirements, applicants must demonstrate completion of an accredited kinesiology program AND which additional requirement?
- Five years of supervised clinical practice
- Successful completion of the entry-to-practice examination (Correct answer)
- Physician endorsement letter
- Proof of liability insurance prior to application
Correct answer: Successful completion of the entry-to-practice examination
In addition to an accredited degree, applicants must pass the entry-to-practice examination to demonstrate readiness for independent practice.
Question 4: What is the consequence for a kinesiologist found guilty of professional misconduct by the Discipline Committee?
- Consequences are limited to a written warning only
- The committee may revoke, suspend, or impose conditions on the certificate of registration (Correct answer)
- The matter is automatically escalated to criminal court
- The member must voluntarily resign from the College
Correct answer: The committee may revoke, suspend, or impose conditions on the certificate of registration
The Discipline Committee has the authority to revoke or suspend a certificate, impose terms and conditions, and require remediation, among other penalties.
Question 5: Which ethical principle requires kinesiologists to act in the best interest of clients, even when a conflict of interest exists?
- Autonomy
- Non-maleficence
- Beneficence (Correct answer)
- Justice
Correct answer: Beneficence
Beneficence obligates kinesiologists to actively promote the well-being of clients and prioritize client interests over personal gain.
Question 6: A registered kinesiologist who allows their certificate of registration to lapse but continues to use the title 'Kinesiologist' is committing which violation?
- A minor administrative error that can be corrected retroactively
- Unauthorized use of a protected title under the Kinesiology Act (Correct answer)
- A breach of the Regulated Health Professions Act's consent provisions
- A violation only if a client complaint is received
Correct answer: Unauthorized use of a protected title under the Kinesiology Act
Using the protected title 'Kinesiologist' without a valid certificate of registration is prohibited under the Kinesiology Act, 2007, regardless of prior membership.
Question 7: Which scenario best illustrates a kinesiologist exceeding their scope of practice?
- Designing a functional movement screen for a post-surgical patient
- Providing a medical diagnosis of osteoarthritis to a client (Correct answer)
- Developing a workplace ergonomics assessment report
- Teaching proper lifting mechanics to a warehouse worker
Correct answer: Providing a medical diagnosis of osteoarthritis to a client
Diagnosing medical conditions falls within the scope of medicine, not kinesiology; providing a medical diagnosis constitutes practising outside a kinesiologist's authorized scope.
COKO Regulatory Framework 3
Which document outlines the minimum standards of professional behaviour expected of all CKO members?