South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 101 - DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION- STATE BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAMINERS
Article 7 - CODE OF ETHICS
Section 101-13 - Code of Ethics for Physical Therapists
Principle 1: Physical Therapists respect the rights and dignity of all individuals.
Principle 2: Physical Therapists comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of physical therapy.
Principle 3: Physical Therapists accept responsibility for the exercise of sound judgment.
Principle 4: Physical Therapists maintain and promote high standards for physical therapy practice, education, and research.
Principle 5: Physical Therapists seek remuneration for their services that is deserved and responsible.
Principle 6: Physical Therapists provide accurate information to the consumer about the profession and about those services they provide.
Principle 7: Physical Therapists accept the responsibility to protect the public and the profession from unethical, incompetent, or illegal acts.
Principle 8: Physical Therapists participate in efforts to address the health needs of the public.