Code of ethics and professional conduct

Policy and Practice

Ethics and professional standards

The College defines and promotes standards of conduct for the profession

This document is a statement of the values and principles set by the College in order to promote and maintain high standards of professional behaviour in occupational therapy. It applies to all occupational therapists, associate members and OT students and is available for reference by service users, employers, and other organisations.

The Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct is reviewed every five years

A working group has been set up to review the Code for 2010. If you have any suggestions that you may wish to make for this revision please contact Helen.Williams@cot.co.uk.

Professional standards defined by the College raise the quality, safety and effectiveness of occupational therapy

Professional Standards for Occupational Therapy Practice will enable all occupational therapy staff to monitor and improve their practice and demonstrate to others the quality of service that can be expected from occupational therapists. The standards are underpinned by legislation and regulatory and monitoring bodies.

For queries regarding ethics and professional standards contact:
Helen Williams
Enquiries Co-ordinator
Helen.Williams@cot.co.uk
Telephone 020 7450 2330

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