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Area VIII — Ethics and Professionalism

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Area VIII covers Ethics and Professionalism in health education practice. This area examines your knowledge of ethical frameworks, professional standards, credentialing requirements, and the responsibilities that come with serving as a trusted health education specialist.

Key Concepts

  • History and purpose of the Code of Ethics
  • Overview of all six articles of the Code
  • How the Code of Ethics applies to daily practice
  • The role of ethics in professional credentialing
  • Key exam concepts related to the Code of Ethics
  • Key principles of Article I: Responsibility to the Public
  • Obligations regarding truthfulness, confidentiality, and informed consent
  • Promoting equity and social justice in health education
  • Avoiding conflicts of interest when serving the public
  • How Article I appears on the CHES and MCHES exams
  • Key principles of Article II: Responsibility to the Profession
  • Contributing to the knowledge base of health education

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