The Code of Ethics is what we live by from day to day. It is how we treat people in the professional practice and children as a whole.
We shall demonstrate the highest standards of personal integrity, truthfulness, and honesty in all our professional activities in order to inspire the trust and confidence of the children and families and of those with whom we work. (DEC)
We shall honor and respect our responsibilities to colleagues while upholding the dignity and autonomy of colleagues and maintaining collegial interprofessional and intraprofessional relationships. (DEC)
We shall recognize and respect the dignity, diversity, and autonomy of the families and children we serve. (DEC)
To recognize and respect the unique qualities, abilities, and potential of each child. (NAEYC)
To listen to families, acknowledge and build upon their strengths and competencies, and learn from families as we support then in their task of nurturing children. (NAEYC).
We shall communicate openly and truthfully about the nature and extent of services that we provide.(NAEYC)
I think the Code of Ethics is what we live by
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we live by in our personal lives.
I think listening to families is so important it gives professionals insight into the families concerns and true needs.
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