Professional Conduct
Health Coaches Australia & New Zealand Association
Health coaching is an emerging field with a growing number of professional associations and accrediting bodies worldwide, including in New Zealand, Australia, Canada, the UK, and the USA. These organisations work to establish and uphold standards of practice, provide training and certification programmes, and promote the ongoing development of the health coaching profession. Australia and New Zealand – Health Coaches Association of Australia and New Zealand (HCANZA). This organization is dedicated to supporting health coaches in Australia and New Zealand. The HCANZA offers membership for health coaches, provides resources, and advocates for the profession.
Key Legal Requirements for Practice within Australasia
Confidentiality and Privacy
Coaches should respect their clients' right to privacy and confidentiality. This principle aligns with legal obligations under Australia's Privacy Act 1988 and New Zealand's Privacy Act 2020, which require secure storage, processing, and transfer of personal data. Clients' rights concerning their data, such as access, amendment, and deletion, should be respected.
Professional Conduct
HCANZA promotes high standards of professional conduct, which can be interpreted as including compliance with relevant laws and regulations, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring transparency in coaching practices.
Continuous Learning
Health and wellness coaches are encouraged to continually improve their professional skills and knowledge. This includes staying up-to-date with evolving legal requirements, industry standards, and best practices for record keeping.