L1 Professional Standards and Ethics 2

Question 1

A student asks you for advice on treating a recurring knee pain they feel after playing. What is the most professional response?

Accepted Answer

Suggest they see a qualified medical professional before continuing

Answer

Instructors must stay within their scope of practice and refer medical issues to qualified healthcare providers.

Question 2

Before a group clinic begins, which action best demonstrates a professional safety standard?

Accepted Answer

Checking the court surface for debris, moisture, and hazards

Answer

A pre-session facility inspection is a basic duty of care for every instructor.

Question 3

You have agreed to teach a lesson but realize you will be 30 minutes late. What is the most ethical course of action?

Accepted Answer

Contact the student as early as possible and offer options such as rescheduling or a make-up

Answer

Prompt, honest communication and fair remedies respect the student's time and the instructor's professional commitments.

Question 4

A competing local instructor gives advice you disagree with. How should you address it with a shared student?

Accepted Answer

Explain your reasoning on the technique without disparaging the other instructor

Answer

Professional ethics call for respectful conduct toward colleagues and focusing on the content, not the person.

Question 5

Which statement best reflects an instructor's responsibility regarding certifications they hold?

Accepted Answer

Represent credentials accurately and keep them current

Answer

Misrepresenting qualifications is a serious ethical violation that misleads students and employers.

L1 - IPTPA Level One Certified Instructor Practice Test