S.C. Code Regs. § § 101-13

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 11, November 22, 2024
Section 101-13 - Code of Ethics for Physical Therapists

Principle 1: Physical Therapists respect the rights and dignity of all individuals.

Principle 2: Physical Therapists comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of physical therapy.

Principle 3: Physical Therapists accept responsibility for the exercise of sound judgment.

Principle 4: Physical Therapists maintain and promote high standards for physical therapy practice, education, and research.

Principle 5: Physical Therapists seek remuneration for their services that is deserved and responsible.

Principle 6: Physical Therapists provide accurate information to the consumer about the profession and about those services they provide.

Principle 7: Physical Therapists accept the responsibility to protect the public and the profession from unethical, incompetent, or illegal acts.

Principle 8: Physical Therapists participate in efforts to address the health needs of the public.

S.C. Code Regs. § 101-13

Added by State Register Volume 24, Issue No. 5, eff May 26, 2000. Amended by State Register Volume 33, Issue No. 2, eff February 27, 2009; State Register Volume 48, Issue No. 05, eff. 5/24/2024.