Member Code Of Conduct

When joining The Institute of CPD (iCPD), Members undertake to abide by the Memorandum and Articles of Association and Bye-Laws of the Institute. The Institute has a diverse membership and Members have varied roles and responsibilities.

The purpose of this Code of Conduct is to ensure the commitment of Members to maintain professional standards and protect and preserve the goals of the Institute. This Code does not take precedence over national law nor the professional codes of other institutes or associations to which a Member may belong, but should complement them.

At the heart of this Code is the principle that the individual bears personal responsibility for their actions. Members will at all times conduct themselves in a manner calculated to preserve and enhance the standing and reputation of The Institute.

Definitions

Throughout this Code the following definitions shall apply:

‘Code’ shall mean this Members’ Code of Practice
‘Employer’ shall mean Employer of a Member of the Institute and/or any third party to whom a Member provides a professional service
‘Members’ shall mean Members of the Institute as defined in the Articles of Association and student members of the Institute
‘Board’ shall mean The Institute of CPD (iCPD) Board as defined in the Articles of Association of the Institute.

In accordance with the Interpretation Act 1978 (s30), words imparting the singular number only shall include the plural number and vice versa; words imparting the masculine gender shall include the feminine gender and vice versa unless the context renders such extension illogical.

Principles

Members shall at all times act in a professional manner, particularly by:

Within the UK alone, there are over 3000 professional bodies and institutes, with an estimated combined membership of 5 million individuals, formally undertaking CPD as a membership requirement.

Never misusing the authority vested in them as manager or leader for personal gain or prestige.
Accepting responsibility for their own work and for those for whom they are responsible
Fulfilling the requirements of completing additional CPD hours as per their membership level, with a truthful and authentic CPD record.
Maintaining a high standard of integrity in all their business relationships, whether inside or outside the organisation in which they are employed or retained
Fostering the highest possible standards of professional competence amongst those for whom they are responsible
Carrying out their duties and applying their knowledge and expertise with efficiency whilst optimising the use of all resources for which they are responsible
Seeking appropriate advice when faced with a situation recognised as being outside their area of expertise and knowledge
Complying with both the letter and spirit of:

i) Appropriate legislation of the country in which they work

ii) Any obligations into which they may have entered

iii) Professional guidelines which may be issued by the Institute

Rejecting any business practices which might reasonably be deemed improper or illegal.

Guidance

When applying these principles, Members should seek to use the following guidelines:

To ensure, as far as they are capable, that efficient and effective training is available for their team members and to encourage them to undertake such training so that their competence and safety are enhanced
To ensure that due recognition is given to the ideas of others and that every effort, compatible with efficiency, is made to help team members, colleagues and employers obtain optimum satisfaction and motivation
To declare any personal interest which may impinge, or may be deemed by others to impinge, on a Member’s impartiality in any matter relevant to their role
To respect the confidentiality of information received in the course of duty and never misuse it for personal gain; information given in the course of duty should be accurate and not misleading
In line with best practice, to continually develop their personal skills, knowledge and expertise
To uphold the principle that equal consideration should be given to all, regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, creed, colour, race or ethnic origin, religion, disability or nationality
To be aware of the impact that their actions may have on the people around them, the environment and society in general.

Duty of care

This Code does not seek to replace or supersede any Employers’ policies, in particular the duty of care owed to and imposed by such Employer. Members are, however, expected to be aware of, and diligently apply, such duty of care towards those for whose supervision or management they are entrusted in any capacity. This is especially important in dealings affecting those who might from time to time be at risk from any form of mistreatment, abuse, workplace stress, or injury.

Reporting a suspected breach of this Code

If any Member has reason to believe that another Member has failed to comply with this Code, or has acted in a manner prejudicial to the interests of the Institute, he/she should write to the Chair of the Institute at hello@cpdinstitute.org giving full details and providing, where appropriate, any evidence of noncompliance or prejudicial behaviour.

Breaches of this Code of Conduct

Cases of Members reported to have breached the Code shall be investigated by a committee of the Board, established in accordance with Article 12 of the Articles of Association of the Institute and, where a case is proven, a Member may be admonished, suspended or removed from membership of The Institute of CPD (iCPD) depending upon the circumstances and gravity of the breach.