As a student podiatrist, you must follow professional ethics and conduct guidelines from your first day of training.

Professional values

The core values you must demonstrate are:

• putting patient safety first

• maintaining patient confidentiality

• being honest and trustworthy

• treating people with respect

• working within your competence

• maintaining professional boundaries

• being accountable for your actions

• collaborating with colleagues

Professional behaviour

You must:

• communicate professionally with patients and colleagues

• maintain appropriate boundaries

• keep accurate records

• raise concerns about safety

• follow infection control procedures

• respect diversity and cultural differences

• maintain appropriate personal presentation

• use social media responsibly

During placements

When working with patients, you must:

• introduce yourself as a student

• get consent before treatment (use consent templates in the members area for this)

• maintain patient dignity

• keep information confidential

• follow local policies

Find out more

Read more about conduct and ethics as a student at the Health and Care Professions Council.