1. Criminological psychology
Ethical issues
BPS Guidelines & HCPC Standards

2. Research
Practice

3. BPS Guidelines
How do BPS Guidelines relate to professional practice (as opposed to research)?

4. BPS Guidelines
How do BPS Guidelines relate to professional practice (as opposed to research)?
Respect (individual differences, privacy, confidentiality, informed consent)
Competence (training & expertise; self-monitoring and reflection)
Responsibility (avoiding harm)
Integrity (boundaries; honesty; act on misconduct)

5. HCPC Standards of Proficiency
be able to practise safely and effectively within their scope of practice
be able to practise within the legal and ethical boundaries of their profession
be able to maintain fitness to practise
be able to practise as an autonomous professional, exercising their own professional judgement
be aware of the impact of culture, equality and diversity on practice
be able to practise in a non-discriminatory manner
understand the importance of and be able to maintain confidentiality
be able to work appropriately with others
be able to maintain records appropriately
be able to reflect on and review practice
be able to assure the quality of their practice
understand the key concepts of the knowledge base relevant to their profession
be able to draw on appropriate knowledge and skills to inform practice
understand the need to establish and maintain a safe practice environment

6. HCPC Misconduct Cases Which standards apply?
What would be an appropriate sanction?

7. Evaluation
Why does psychology practice require regulation?

8. Evaluation Why does psychology practice require regulation?
Protect the service user
Protection the practitioner
Protect the profession

9. Exam Q
Sally is a forensic psychologist. She has just accepted a position working in a prison. She will be assessing offenders’ suitability for various programmes and will running anger management courses in an individual and group basis.
Explain how the HCPC guidelines could apply to a psychologist working with offenders. Refer to the context in your answer. (8 marks)