CTC Ethics & Professional Standards Flashcards

According to the ICF Code of Ethics, what is a coach's primary obligation when a conflict of interest arises in a team coaching engagement?

Answer: Disclose the conflict and discuss how to address it with all stakeholders

ICF ethics require coaches to proactively disclose conflicts of interest and work with all parties to determine a transparent resolution.

Which ICF Core Competency directly addresses the obligation of a Certified Team Coach to maintain confidentiality boundaries in a team setting?

Answer: Establishes and Maintains Agreements

Establishing and Maintaining Agreements includes clearly defining and honoring confidentiality expectations with the team and sponsoring organization.

A team coach discovers that information shared in a coaching session is being used by management to make personnel decisions. What is the MOST appropriate first response?

Answer: Raise the issue with the sponsor and renegotiate confidentiality agreements

The CTC should address confidentiality breaches directly with the sponsor to re-establish agreed-upon boundaries before taking further action.

Under ICF standards, which of the following best describes 'professional practice' for a Certified Team Coach?

Answer: Adhering to the ICF Code of Ethics, maintaining competence, and pursuing ongoing education

Professional practice under ICF encompasses ethical conduct, ongoing competency development, and commitment to continuous learning.

When a Certified Team Coach is also a manager of some team members being coached, what is the most significant ethical concern?

Answer: Dual roles create power imbalances that undermine psychological safety and coaching effectiveness

Dual role conflicts compromise psychological safety because team members cannot speak freely when their coach also holds evaluative power over them.

Which practice BEST demonstrates a Certified Team Coach's commitment to equity in applying professional standards?

Answer: Adapting the coaching approach to serve diverse team needs while maintaining ethical consistency

Equitable professional practice means tailoring approaches to serve each team's unique context while holding consistent ethical standards.