Ethics are the guiding principles of practice designed to promote the best interests of all involved.
This requires an understanding of:
what is a positive or constructive outcome for the practice
what others' desired outcomes are, as well as one's own
clarifying the compatibility of these desires
most effective means of achieving these outcomes
appropriate use of power, roles and responsiblities
and a willingness to:
be respectful and co-operative
work in everyones best interests
maximise outcomes for all
The promotion of Hope is essential aspect of ethical practice: Love this Song and collaboration Natasha Bedingfield
'As part of this study teachers and students will be involved in teaching and learning activities that
include experimental investigations using human subjects. Teachers and schools have a legal and
moral responsibility to ensure that students follow ethical principles at all times when undertaking
such investigations. Teachers should refer to the following documents for detailed advice:
• the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research (2007), issued by the National
Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) in accordance with the NHMRC Act 1992 (Cwlth),
www.nhmrc.gov.au/publications/synopses/e72syn.htm
• the National Privacy Principles in the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 (Cwlth),
www.privacy.gov.au/
• the Code of Ethics of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), www.psychology.org.au' (Victorian Government, 2012)