Code of Ethics

Question 1

Code of Ethics

Answer 1

statement which expresses the primary ethical values, obligations and goals of the profession. A commitment which serves to bear witness to our promise as a profession to uphold the values and ethical obligations in the code

Question 2

Why do we need a code of ethics?

Answer 2

gives definition to our commitment to practice in ethical terms

Question 3

what does a Code of Ethics do?

Answer 3

lays out clearly the massage therapy profession’s values and explains what they are in terms of what we ought to do in order to protect and promote the public good, and what we must avoid doing in order to prevent harm to the public

Question 4

To whom does this code apply?

Answer 4

MT who act as practitioners, educators, researchers, administrators or policy makers are all expected to maintain a commitment to massage therapy values and to follow the principles outlined in this code

Question 5

What is the CMTO’s mission statement?

Answer 5

the CMTO protects and serves the public by guaranteeing the competency and quality of services provided by massage therapists through maintenance of Standards and Regulations

Question 6

What is Massage Therapy ?

Answer 6

Massage Therapy is a therapeutic, integral healing relationship in which the therapist assists the client in restoring, maintaining and enhancing the well-being of the client

Question 7

What is the MT scope of practice?

Answer 7

the assessment of the soft tissue and joints of the body and the tx and prevention of physical dysfunction and pain of the soft tissues and joints by manipulation to develop, maintain, rehab or augment physical function, or relieve pain

Question 8

Name the principles which guide the practice of Massge Therapy

Answer 8

Principle I - Respect for Persons
Principle II - Responsible Caring
Principle III - Integrity in Relationships
Principle IV - Responsibility to Society

Question 9

Principe I means..

Answer 9

To value the dignity and worth of all persons regardless of age, race, culture, creed, sexual identity, gender, ability and/or health status

Question 10

Principle II means..

Answer 10

Providing sensitive, compassionate and empathetic quality massage therapy

Question 11

“Listening to and respecting a client’s values, opinions, needs and cultural beliefs” is part of which Principle(s)

Answer 11

Principle I & II

Question 12

Principle III means..

Answer 12

to practice with integrity, honesty and diligence in our professional relationships w/ ourselves, our clients, our professional colleagues and society

Question 13

Principle IV means..

Answer 13

To be accountable to society and conduct ourselves in a manner that fosters and promotes high ethical standards