Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 510 - RULES OF STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PSYCHOLOGISTS
Chapter 510-5 - SUPPLEMENTAL CODE OF CONDUCT
Rule 510-5-.01 - Code of Ethics and Supplemental Code of Conduct
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
(1) Licensure by the State of Georgia mandates compliance with the Code of Ethics1 and the Supplemental Code of Conduct delineated in Chapters 510-4 and 510-5 respectively.
(2) This Code of Ethics and Supplemental Code of Conduct constitutes the standards against which the required professional conduct of a psychologist is measured. Psychologists shall be governed by the rules delineated in this Code of Ethics and Supplemental Code of Conduct whenever they provide psychological services in any context. These codes shall apply to the conduct of all licensees and applicants, including the applicant's conduct during the period of education, training, and employment which is required for licensure; the term "psychologist," as used within these codes, shall be interpreted accordingly. A violation of this Code of Ethics and Supplemental Code of Conduct constitutes unprofessional conduct and may constitute sufficient grounds for disciplinary action, or for denial of licensure.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-39-12.