CODE OF ETHICS OF THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-PSYCHOLOGY ASSOCIATION

This code of ethics was prepared by the International School Psycholog y Association's (ISPA's) Standards and Practices Committee and approve d by ISPA's General Assembly in August 1990. The Committee was guided by the belief that school psychologists are expected to exemplify the profession's values and principles. These include transcending narrow personal, social and cultural values and attitudes; adopting positions that benefit professional-client relationships; and acting in ways th at are consistent with the best interests of children and youths, educ ators, parents, institutions, the community and the profession. This s tatement addresses issues important to professional responsibilities, confidentiality, professional growth, professional limitations, profes sional relationships, assessment and research.