(a) Integrity, Impartiality, and Professional Competence. Integrity, impartiality, and professional competence are essential qualifications of any mediator. Professional competence means the knowledge, skill, and thoroughness reasonably necessary for the mediation. (1) A mediator shall not accept any engagement, perform any service, or undertake any act that would compromise the mediator's integrity. (2) A mediator shall maintain professional competence in mediation skills. This includes, but is not limited to: (A) Staying informed of, and abiding by, all statutes, rules, and administrative orders relevant to the practice of mediation; and (B) Regularly engaging in educational activities promoting professional growth. (3) If the mediator decides that a case is beyond the mediator's competence, the mediator shall decline appointment, withdraw, or request technical assistance. (b) Concurrent Standards. Nothing contained herein shall replace, eliminate, or render inapplicable relevant ethical standards not in conflict with these rules that may be imposed upon any mediator by virtue of the mediator's profession. Ala. Med. Ethics Code, III, STANDARD 1