I shall maintain the highest standards of professional conduct.

I shall provide services only within the scope and definition of massage bodywork and somatic therapies and within the limits of my training. I will not employ those massage or bodywork techniques for which I have not had adequate training and shall represent my education, training, qualification and abilities honestly.

I shall not perform manipulation or adjustments of the human skeletal structure. diagnose, prescribe or provide any other profession or branch of medicine unless specifically licensed to do so.

I shall acknowledge the limitation of my skill and when appropriate, refer clients to the appropriate qualified professional.

I shall endeavor to serve the best interests of my clients at all times and provide the highest quality of service possible.

I shall maintain clear and honest communications with my clients and shall keep all clients communication confidential.

I shall practice honest advertising, promote my services ethically and in good taste, and practice and/or advertise only techniques for which I have received adequate training or certification.

I shall strive to project a professional image of myself, my business, or place of employment, and the profession in general.

I shall not apply massage, bodywork, or spa or somatic services in those cases where they may be contra-indicated without a written referral from the client's primary care provider.

I shall in no way instigate or tolerate any kind of sexual advance while acting in the capacity of a massage, bodywork, or spa or somatic therapies practitioner.