Members are expected to conduct themselves in a responsible
and professional manner at all times and abide by the Code of Ethics,
Rules and Constitution of the Association. Failure to do so shall result
in disciplinary action.
Members shall recognise an obligation toward the
client at all times, and shall practice their profession to the best
of their ability for the benefit of the client. The client's comfort,
welfare and future health must always have priority.
Members shall recognise their level of competence
and shall refer clients to a specialist or another member competent
to deal with any presenting symptom or problem beyond their capability.
Members shall keep in confidence all information
derived from a client, or from a colleague, regarding a client and,
except where the law requires otherwise, divulge the information only
with the express permission of the client, or where failure to take
action would constitute a menace or danger to the client or another
member of the community.
Members shall give due respect to fellow members
of the Association at all times so as to avoid any action which may
lead to a dispute or difference or controversy. Should any dispute or
difference arise, members concerned shall make a determined endeavour
to settle it between themselves. Should agreement not be reached they
shall submit it for settlement in accordance with the rules of the Association.
Members shall not make any claims to secret techniques,
nor offer guarantees regarding the results of any services, or exploit
a client for financial gain through inferences or misrepresentation.
Members' premises shall be maintained in a professional,
safe and hygienic manner.
Members shall not knowingly interfere with any on-going
treatment instigated by another practitioner whilst the client is under
that practitioner's care.
Members must ensure that advertisements and other
public announcements are such as will not bring the Association into
disrepute.
Members shall display current Practising Certificates
and Code of Ethics in a prominent position in their premises within
easy viewing of the client.
Further details can be gained from:
The Secretary
The New Zealand Association of Professional Hypnotherapists Incorporated
P O Box 90-314
A.M.S.C., Auckland
