Professional Standards

Ethics & Code of Conduct

Promoting responsible, ethical, and professional clinical psychology practice.

Ethical practice and professional responsibility
Ethical Practice

Trust, Responsibility & Professional Integrity

Clinical psychology is built on a relationship of trust. PACP promotes ethical practice that protects client dignity, confidentiality, safety, and wellbeing.

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Client Welfare
Putting the wellbeing and dignity of clients first.
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Confidentiality
Respecting privacy and protecting sensitive information.
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Professional Competence
Maintaining responsible, evidence-based practice.

Approved Code of Ethics

PACP promotes professional ethical standards for practicing clinical psychologists.

Professional Responsibility

Members are expected to uphold professional integrity, client welfare, confidentiality, and responsible practice.

Evidence-Based Practice

Clinical decisions should be informed by scientific evidence and professional competence.

Public Protection

Ethical practice helps protect the dignity, safety, and wellbeing of clients and communities.