1. Ethics – An Overview 2012 IACCAC Conference Presentation by
George Evans, President
Community Training and Resource Center

2. You Me
Introduction

3. Provide an overview of ethics viewed through the correctional lens.
Purpose

4. Understand and discuss the difference between ethical and moral judgment
Explore the implications of both ethical and moral judgment in the field of corrections
Present and discuss the ACA Code of Ethics
Present the steps associated with ethical decision making
Objectives

5. Ethics vs. Morals Difference between ethics and morals
Morals – The defining nature of our personal character
Ethics – Standards or codes of behavior expected by the group(s) to which we belong.
Is it possible to have one without the other?
Thinking Reports
A time you faced an ethical dilemma
A time you faced a moral dilemma
Ethics vs. Morals

6. Moral vs. Ethical

7. Moral Issues
Ethical Issues
Implications

8. Read
Review
Common themes
ACA Code of Ethics

9. Five Step Decision Making
Clarify the issue
What are the FACTS
Who are the stakeholders
Define applicable laws and code of conduct
Identify alternatives / options
Consider consequences of each
Choose
Five Step Decision Making

10. Questions
Comments
Have a Great Day!
Closing