The following Code of Conduct is assumed agreed upon by any person completing a UESCA coaching certification. This Code of Conduct is included in the Exam Section of every UESCA Coaching Certification. Additionally, in order for a UESCA certified coach to renew their certification, they must not be the subject of validated, unresolved complaints that indicate a breach of this Code of Conduct.
Code of Conduct Statement
UESCA believes in maintaining an atmosphere of respect and professionalism both within the UESCA Community of coaches and within the practice of coaching.
We expect all certified UESCA coaches to conduct themselves ethically, show respect, and act in a professional manner at all times when working and communicating with anyone related to their coaching practice (i.e., athletes, fellow coaches, health professionals, and others).
UESCA does not condone any of the following behavior of its certified coaches:
- Sexual harassment
- Sexual misconduct
- Emotional misconduct
- Physical misconduct
- Bullying behavior
- Hazing
- Inappropriate conduct
- Child abuse
Additionally, we expect all UESCA certified coaches to act in a legal and ethical manner at all times while working in a coach capacity.
