C-26, r. 222.1.2.01 - Code of ethics of sexologists

Section 12 Disposition versions

2016-05-12

12. Before providing professional services, sexologists must, except in an emergency, obtain the free and enlightened consent of their client, the client’s legal representative or, in the case of a minor under 14 years of age, the person having parental authority or the tutor.

To enable their client to give free and enlightened consent, sexologists must inform the client of and ensure that the client understands

(1)  the objective, nature, relevance and main terms of the professional services;

(2)  the alternatives to and limits and constraints on the professional service;

(3)  the use of information obtained;

(4)  the implications of sharing information with third persons or sending a report to third persons; and

(5)  the fees, the collection of interest on accounts and the terms of payment.

O.C. 307-2016, s. 12.

Not in force

In force: 2016-05-12

12. Before providing professional services, sexologists must, except in an emergency, obtain the free and enlightened consent of their client, the client’s legal representative or, in the case of a minor under 14 years of age, the person having parental authority or the tutor.

To enable their client to give free and enlightened consent, sexologists must inform the client of and ensure that the client understands

(1)  the objective, nature, relevance and main terms of the professional services;

(2)  the alternatives to and limits and constraints on the professional service;

(3)  the use of information obtained;

(4)  the implications of sharing information with third persons or sending a report to third persons; and

(5)  the fees, the collection of interest on accounts and the terms of payment.

O.C. 307-2016, s. 12.