Ethics FAQ - CCE Global

Why does the credential application require me to disclose criminal and lesser offenses, quasi-criminal convictions, disciplinary matters, etc.?: Credentialing through CCE represents to clients or members of the public, that among other things, a credential holder has met the criteria outlined in the application and that the credential holder’s conduct is consistent with the respective Code of Ethics and CCE policies and agreements. The Ethics Officer reviews all ethics-related disclosures on a case-by-case basis to determine whether an applicant or certificant has acted in accordance with CCE policies and agreements.
What is quasi-criminal?: Quasi-criminal refers to a court's authority to punish for actions or omissions as if they were criminal. Examples include but are not limited to, contempt of court for a civil matter, civil confinements, psychiatric matters, regulatory offenses, etc.
What happens when I include an ethics disclosure with my credentialing application?: When the CCE receives an application that includes an ethics disclosure, CCE Credentialing Services forwards the application to the CCE Ethics Office. The Ethics Officer reviews each ethics disclosure and informs the applicant in writing if any additional information is necessary. The Ethics Officer issues a written decision to the applicant regarding the applicant’s eligibility to be credentialed in consideration of the ethics disclosure. When an ethics disclosure matter is satisfactorily resolved in all respects, the application is returned to CCE Credentialing Services where staff members review the application to ensure that all other eligibility requirements are met. CCE Credentialing Services informs the applicant if any other information is needed for the application to continue to be reviewed.
What is a code of ethics? How is a code of ethics different from a licensure law?: A Code of Ethics is a set of rules that identify minimal standards of conduct. Generally speaking, these documents are created by members of the profession and adopted by regulatory bodies, such as credentialing organizations (e.g., CCE), state licensure boards, and professional membership organizations. All CCE credential holders and applicants are obligated to abide by the respective CCE Code of Ethics. Not only do these Codes guide decision making for credential holders, they also provide to consumers an assurance for the ethical practice for all persons who use the services of CCE credential holders and applicants. The CCE Ethics Office is responsible for overseeing the process of reviewing charges of violations of CCE policies, agreements, procedures, and the Code of Ethics. In contrast, laws are created by legislators, or elected officials, and adopted by governmental bodies. The primary purpose of state licensure laws is to protect the public, and this is done, in part, by legally defining who can use a particular title or who can provide certain services in a particular state. Laws are enforced by agents of government, such as state boards or police. State licensure boards are established by, and administered in accordance with, applicable laws and legal requirements. All CCE Codes of Ethics are available to anyone free of charge. They may be downloaded from www.cce-global.org/ethics, or hard copies may be requested by calling 336-482-2856.
What happens if a complaint is filed against me as a CCE credential holder or applicant?: The Ethics Officer reviews, investigates, and resolves ethics-related matters to determine if certificants or applicants have acted in accordance with the respective Code of Ethics. In this regard, the Ethics Officer adheres to the procedures specified in the CCE Ethics Case Procedures. These procedures also specify the disciplinary actions that CCE may impose with respect to a determination that a credential holder or applicant has violated the respective Code of Ethics. A copy of the Ethics Case Procedures is available free of charge at www.cce-global.org/ethics.
Am I ineligible for credentialing if I have been the subject of a criminal, quasi-criminal, or disciplinary action?: CCE does not identify certain offenses for which an applicant would be ineligible for credentialing. Rather, the Ethics Officer reviews each ethics disclosure on a case-by-case basis to determine whether the ethics disclosure relates to behavior that is contrary to CCE policies and agreements, including the Code of Ethics.
If I am an applicant, can the review of my application be completed before the review of my ethics disclosure is completed?: No. All ethics matters must be satisfactorily resolved in all respects before an application review can be resumed.


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Home About CCE Board of Directors Contact CCE Association & Board Management Services Psychometric Services Credential Review Services Exam Administration Services Credentials/Accreditations Offered Ethics Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination(CPCE) Download Applications	Frequently Asked Questions about Ethics Back to main Ethics page Why does the credential application require me to disclose criminal and lesser offenses, quasi-criminal convictions, disciplinary matters, etc.? Credentialing through CCE represents to clients or members of the public, that among other things, a credential holder has met the criteria outlined in the application and that the credential holder’s conduct is consistent with the respective Code of Ethics and CCE policies and agreements. The Ethics Officer reviews all ethics-related disclosures on a case-by-case basis to determine whether an applicant or certificant has acted in accordance with CCE policies and agreements. What is quasi-criminal? Quasi-criminal refers to a court's authority to punish for actions or omissions as if they were criminal. Examples include but are not limited to, contempt of court for a civil matter, civil confinements, psychiatric matters, regulatory offenses, etc. What happens when I include an ethics disclosure with my credentialing application? When the CCE receives an application that includes an ethics disclosure, CCE Credentialing Services forwards the application to the CCE Ethics Office. The Ethics Officer reviews each ethics disclosure and informs the applicant in writing if any additional information is necessary. The Ethics Officer issues a written decision to the applicant regarding the applicant’s eligibility to be credentialed in consideration of the ethics disclosure. When an ethics disclosure matter is satisfactorily resolved in all respects, the application is returned to CCE Credentialing Services where staff members review the application to ensure that all other eligibility requirements are met. CCE Credentialing Services informs the applicant if any other information is needed for the application to continue to be reviewed. What is a code of ethics? How is a code of ethics different from a licensure law? A Code of Ethics is a set of rules that identify minimal standards of conduct. Generally speaking, these documents are created by members of the profession and adopted by regulatory bodies, such as credentialing organizations (e.g., CCE), state licensure boards, and professional membership organizations. All CCE credential holders and applicants are obligated to abide by the respective CCE Code of Ethics. Not only do these Codes guide decision making for credential holders, they also provide to consumers an assurance for the ethical practice for all persons who use the services of CCE credential holders and applicants. The CCE Ethics Office is responsible for overseeing the process of reviewing charges of violations of CCE policies, agreements, procedures, and the Code of Ethics. In contrast, laws are created by legislators, or elected officials, and adopted by governmental bodies. The primary purpose of state licensure laws is to protect the public, and this is done, in part, by legally defining who can use a particular title or who can provide certain services in a particular state. Laws are enforced by agents of government, such as state boards or police. State licensure boards are established by, and administered in accordance with, applicable laws and legal requirements. All CCE Codes of Ethics are available to anyone free of charge. They may be downloaded from www.cce-global.org/ethics, or hard copies may be requested by calling 336-482-2856. What happens if a complaint is filed against me as a CCE credential holder or applicant? The Ethics Officer reviews, investigates, and resolves ethics-related matters to determine if certificants or applicants have acted in accordance with the respective Code of Ethics. In this regard, the Ethics Officer adheres to the procedures specified in the CCE Ethics Case Procedures. These procedures also specify the disciplinary actions that CCE may impose with respect to a determination that a credential holder or applicant has violated the respective Code of Ethics. A copy of the Ethics Case Procedures is available free of charge at www.cce-global.org/ethics. Am I ineligible for credentialing if I have been the subject of a criminal, quasi-criminal, or disciplinary action? CCE does not identify certain offenses for which an applicant would be ineligible for credentialing. Rather, the Ethics Officer reviews each ethics disclosure on a case-by-case basis to determine whether the ethics disclosure relates to behavior that is contrary to CCE policies and agreements, including the Code of Ethics. If I am an applicant, can the review of my application be completed before the review of my ethics disclosure is completed? No. All ethics matters must be satisfactorily resolved in all respects before an application review can be resumed.