Okla. Admin. Code § 575:10-1-10

Current through Vol. 42, No. 6, December 2, 2024

Section 575:10-1-10 - A Code of Ethics for psychologists

(a)Adoption of "Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct." The current "Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct," of the American Psychological Association (APA) is adopted by the Board in its entirety as part of its Code of Ethics.

(b)Adoption of "ASPPB Code of Conduct." The current "ASPPB Code of Conduct," of the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards, is adopted by the Board as part of its Code of Ethics. The ASPPB Code is adopted in its entirety with the exception of III. Rules of Conduct (A) (7) (b) Maintenance and Retention of Records, with the exception being that the Board will require all records be retained for a period of six years after the last date on which service was rendered or for a longer period of time if required by law.

(c)Penalty for violation of the Code of Ethics. A violation of the Board's Code of Ethics is considered unprofessional conduct and may be grounds for imposing sanctions as specified in 59 O.S., Section 1370(A).

(d)Requirement for compliance with ethical principles and code of conduct. The Board's Code of Ethics applies to all licensees and applicants, including an applicant's conduct during the period of education, training, and employment which is required for licensure.

(e)Distinction between good personal moral character and professional ethical character. "Good Character" as referenced in 59 O.S. 1362 of the Oklahoma Psychologists Licensing Act shall mean an applicant's personal moral character as distinguished from an applicant's professional ethical character. The Board may inquire into an applicant's professional ethical character in determining whether an applicant has met the requirements to become licensed as a psychologist pursuant to 59 O.S. 1362 and Board Rule 575:10-1-2.

Okla. Admin. Code § 575:10-1-10

Amended at 10 Ok Reg 1861, eff 5-14-93; Amended at 13 Ok Reg 1719, eff 5-28-96; Amended at 20 Ok Reg 1016, eff 5-12-03; Amended at 23 Ok Reg 1480, eff 5-25-06; Amended at 24 Ok Reg 2657, eff 7-12-07

Amended by Oklahoma Register, Volume 32, Issue 24, September 1, 2015, eff. 9/11/2015