The International Multisensory Structured Language Education Council (IMSLEC®), an accrediting body, shall:
- Maintain integrity in complying with IMSLEC bylaws, standards, rules, and procedures.
- Provide impartial access and equal opportunity for all applicants for accreditation.
- Protect the privacy and confidentiality of information gathered in the accrediting process.
- Provide adequate safeguards against conflicts of interest and/or preferential treatment in the accrediting process.
- Provide for confidentiality of the decision-making process.
- Respect the intellectual property rights of others by crediting sources as appropriate and complying with the copyright and trademark laws of the United States of America in force and effect.
- Adhere to prevailing professional standards and avoid misrepresentations in advertising and marketing professional services, reporting research results, and promoting products.
IMSLEC Code of Ethics for Course Graduates
- Encourage and work cooperatively with colleagues, teachers, administrators, and other specialists to develop and implement comprehensive literacy programs.
- Advocate for parents and the community.
- Stay abreast of policies, research, and legislation to continuously improve knowledge and skills.
- Avoid misrepresentation of professional services and avoid conflicts of interest.
- Provide an environment that supports and encourages students.
- Advocate for equitable opportunities for all students.
- Affirm responsibility to act with integrity, support the ethical code of IMSLEC, and uphold the highest professional standards.