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CPC Professional Ethics & Standards Flashcards

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  1. What is the ethical implication of 'resume padding' discovered by a recruiter?

    Answer: The recruiter must address the discrepancy with the candidate and cannot knowingly submit a falsified resume

    Knowingly submitting a falsified resume constitutes misrepresentation and is an ethical violation; the recruiter must confront the issue with the candidate.

  2. A personnel consultant who guarantees a client a hire will be 'perfect' is most likely violating which ethical principle?

    Answer: Accuracy in representations and avoiding unrealistic promises

    Making unrealistic guarantees about candidates is dishonest and sets false expectations, violating the principle of accurate representation.

  3. Under the NAPS code, how should a CPC handle a client's request to screen out candidates of a certain religion?

    Answer: Refuse the discriminatory request and educate the client on legal requirements

    A CPC must refuse discriminatory screening requests, as complying would constitute participation in illegal employment discrimination.

  4. What does 'informed consent' mean in the context of presenting a candidate to a client?

    Answer: The candidate agrees to be submitted for a specific position before their information is shared

    Informed consent requires that candidates explicitly agree to have their information submitted to a specific employer before the submission is made.

  5. A recruiter accepts a gift of significant value from a client after a successful placement. This creates a potential:

    Answer: Conflict of interest that may compromise future objectivity

    Accepting significant gifts from clients can compromise a recruiter's objectivity and create a perceived or real conflict of interest in future dealings.

  6. The principle of 'equal access' in recruiting ethics means:

    Answer: Qualified candidates should have equal opportunity to be considered regardless of protected characteristics

    Equal access requires that all qualified candidates have a fair chance to be considered, free from discrimination based on protected characteristics.