Confidentiality offers the assumption to the client that the right to disclosure of information rests with the client. Client records need to be held securely at all times. Understanding the ethical guidelines or codes regarding confidentiality and recordkeeping is crucial for the establishment of a trusting relationship.

500-750 words

• Define an ethical dilemma in coaching based on communication and an ethical dilemma in coaching based on the storage of coaching records.
• Identify best practices and ethical guidelines for the storage of records and client communication.
• Discuss how you will implement those best practices into your coaching practice.
• Identify challenges you might face in implementing those best practices.

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