Ethical Standards and Ethical Decision-Making As you develop your identity as a Human Services professional, it is necessary to consider how ethical standards will inform your decision-making, values, and behavior in the field. To better grasp the key components of professional and ethical standards: Locate and briefly describe some of the most common themes and trends among the Human Services, Counseling, and Social Work codes of ethics. These codes of ethics and standards can be found in your textbook and on the web pages listed under the resources section in Module 1. Discuss the steps involved in the ethical decision-making process and any notable theories underlying this process. Outline how this process is reflected in professional and ethical standards