Before participation, credential holders must sign which of the following?

• A. A confidentiality waiver
• B. A statement of conduct
• C. A consent to release
• D. A practice agreement

Answer: (B)

Signing a statement of conduct before participating is about committing to professional ethics. This document records the credential holder’s pledge to follow ethical guidelines, maintain appropriate boundaries, protect client welfare, and comply with board rules and applicable laws. It establishes accountability and signals to clients and the licensing body that the practitioner understands and will uphold the standards of professional conduct.

Confidentiality waivers and consent to release forms are focused on sharing information with others, which occurs as needed during treatment, not as a universal prerequisite to begin practice. A practice agreement typically outlines supervision or employment arrangements rather than the fundamental ethical commitment required to start practicing.