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This course, A question of ethics: right or wrong? discusses ethical and professional principles in sport and fitness environments.
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Introduction
Working closely with individuals and developing relationships is an inherent and often satisfying part of the work of a sports coach or exercise instructor. However, it can bring about ethical and professional challenges and can sometimes place practitioners in a difficult or uncomfortable position, e.g. confidence shared and/or personal dilemmas. The course considers the good practice and certain ethical issues, in particular the relationship between the coach/instructor and individuals with a specific focus on power relationships. We also explore the responsibility of the practitioner to help develop character.
Course learning outcomes
After studying this course, you should be able to:- Explain why and how sport and fitness professionals are required to work within the codes of conduct set by the relevant organizations to ensure good practice standards
- Identify the different power relationships that can exist within sport and fitness settings and evaluate the effects an imbalance of power can cause
- Evaluate the role of the coach or instructor in influencing morals in a range of environments
- Consider potential ethical dilemmas that may arise within different areas of practice within sport and fitness and to develop possible solutions.
