DEC Codes Of Ethics That Are Meaningful To Me
DEC
Code: We
shall demonstrate in our behavior and language respect and appreciation for the
unique value and human potential of each child.
As professionals we must understand that every
child is unique and we must refrain from labeling children when they are
different and pose a challenge. It is
our role to observe and intervene in a positive manner.
DEC
Code: We
shall provide services and supports to children and families in a fair and
equitable manner while respecting families’ culture, race, language,
socioeconomic status, marital status, and sexual orientation.
Often as professionals working with families we
will come across various cultures. We
should always have interpreters available whenever needed. We should never be quick to judge because
every culture is different when it comes to discipline and child rearing.
DEC Code: We
shall honor and respect our responsibilities to colleagues while upholding the
dignity and autonomy of colleagues and maintaining collegial interprofessional
and intraprofessional relationships.
Professional collaboration is important. In order for professionals to be successful
we must respect one another.
