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 “Non-statutory bodies, such as COMENSA, exist to serve the interests of their members. The impetus for the formation of COMENSA was that Coaching and Mentoring were emerging as powerful disciplines for developing human potential. However, they were doing so in a completely unregulated environment, and there was concern that the reputation of these disciplines might be harmed by the fact that anyone can go to their local Postnet and have business cards printed proclaiming themselves to be Coach or Mentor or both. This was in the context of an international drive towards the professionalization of these disciplines. COMENSA was created by practitioners of Coaching and Mentoring in the interests of professionalizing this field of practice. This would protect both good practitioners and the market from the impact of charlatans, raise standards and enhance the reputation of Coaching and Mentoring.” Belinda Davies, Former National President of COMENSA, Owner of Leadership Solutions (http://www.leadershipsolutions.co.za) |
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| With the increasing demand for qualified practitioners, coaching and mentoring are at a critical juncture worldwide. Buyers are not just demanding measurable results and value for money - but also sustainable ethics and standards within these two growing fields. Internationally there are various professional bodies developing ethics, standards, and frameworks for continuing professional development (CPD) for coaches. Important questions have arisen worldwide about the maintenance of professional standards, the development of practical codes of ethics, social concerns, social contribution and continuing education. |
| The three critical ingredients needed to build a profession are: |
- a codified body of knowledge;
- a competence tested mechanism; and
- a code of conduct (ethics and standards of competence).
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| COMENSA is building a body of research to create a codified body of knowledge, is working with other worldwide associations to develop standards of competence, and is constantly evolving its code of ethics. |
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| COMENSA members are required to sign a Pledge on an annual basis, renewing their commitment to abide by the COMENSA Code of Ethics. In terms of this Pledge, members become subject to the COMENSA Ethics Complaints Procedure. |
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