NADSP Code of Ethics: Tenet Webinars
NADSP is presenting 30-minute webinars about each tenet of the NADSP Code of Ethics, which will be held throughout 2026 and 2027. The webinars include an overview about the Code of Ethics, the specific tenet, and tips for implementing it into your supports and services. Organizations and employees are encouraged to watch these webinars and share them with others. They can be used to help inform best practices and spark important discussions about the ethical dilemmas that direct support professionals and other staff face every day.
Advocacy
The Code of Ethics tenet for Advocacy, is centered around the ethical statement: “As a direct support professional, I will advocate with the people I support for justice, equity, inclusion, and belonging in their communities.”
Confidentiality and Privacy
The Code of Ethics tenet for Confidentiality and Privacy, is centered around the ethical statement: “As a direct support professional, I will promote, protect, and respect the confidentiality of the people I support.”
Justice, Fairness, Equity, and Inclusion
The Code of Ethics tenet for Justice, Fairness, Equity, and Inclusion, is centered around the ethical statement: “As a direct support professional, I will advocate for and promote justice, fairness, equity, and inclusion for the people I support.”
Person-Centered Supports
The Code of Ethics tenet for Person-Centered Supports, is centered around the ethical statement: “As a direct support professional, I will work in partnership with the people I support, approaching their goals and aspirations with flexibility, curiosity, creativity, and commitment.”
Upcoming Webinar Sessions
NADSP is presenting additional sessions about the Code of Ethics tenets in the coming months, as well as a webinar to celebrate the 1-year anniversary of launching the revised NADSP Code of Ethics. You can register for these free webinars using the hyperlinks below.
Physical and Emotional Well-Being
- 11/11/26 • 2:00pm – 2:30pm ET
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Professionalism, Accountability and Growth
- 12/9/26 • 2:00pm – 2:30pm ET
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Relationships and Social Roles
- 1/13/27 • 2:00pm – 2:30pm ET
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Respect
- 2/10/27 • 2:00pm – 2:30pm ET
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Self-Determination and Choice
- 3/10/27 • 2:00pm – 2:30pm ET
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NADSP Code Of Ethics: 1-Year Anniversary
- 6/2/27 • 2:00pm – 3:00pm ET
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NADSP Code of Ethics Resources
Putting Person-Centered Supports Into Action
Foundations Of Justice, Fairness, Equity, and Inclusion
Maintaining Confidentiality and Privacy
NADSP Code of Ethics: Tenet 1-Page Guides
NADSP Code of Ethics
You can view the revised NADSP Code of Ethics and download a copy of the new document with a full listing of the updated tenets and associated ethical statements.