Introduction and Application of the New Code of Ethics

Speakers: Carla Valdez, Ed.D., MPH, MCHES®, Amar S. Kanekar, PhD, MB, MPH, MCHES®, CPH, Rebecca Foco, PhD/MCHES®, and Jody L. Vogelzang, PhD, MS, MA, RDN, CHES®, FAND

In this live, interactive webinar, participants will learn about the updated Code of Ethics. Participants will apply their knowledge and experience to discuss ethical challenges that Health Education Specialists face in the day-to-day practice of our profession. Participants will be briefed on the history of the Code of Ethics and the updates made in 2020. Participants will be introduced to strategies that can be used in training current and future health education/promotion professionals. This webinar is ideal for early-career professionals as well as for experienced practitioners who will benefit from a refresher on the Code of Ethics.

Learning Objectives:

1. Apply knowledge of the Code of Ethics to real-life ethical scenarios. (8.3.2)
2. Demonstrate understanding and competency applying the Code of Ethics in their practice as Health Education Specialists. (8.3.2)