American Board for Tarot Certification
Code of Ethics
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A Tarot reading is meant to be a positive, supportive experience.
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A Tarot reading looks at the energies that are currently surrounding the client,
and at the possible outcomes if action is not taken.
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All clients shall receive total confidentiality.
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The client will be advised to seek advice from professionals on financial,
psychological, medical or legal matters.
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The client will be encouraged to make their own decisions.
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The client's religious beliefs and spiritual path are to be respected.
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The intention of the Tarot reading is that it be for the highest good of the
client. The client will receive the reader's full attention and will be
encouraged to participate in the reading process.
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The reader shall not coerce the client into making any additional purchase
of any kind.
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The reader has the right to choose not to read for any prospective client
if they are not comfortable doing so.
This Code of Ethics represents the minimum standards that the American Board
for Tarot Certification expects of its certified readers, committee members and
Board members. All individuals are enjouraged to develop their own personal Code
of Ethics, including at the minimum, the above standards.
The ABTC reserves the right to take appropriate action, including revocation of
certification, if there is a violation of the Code of Ethics (subject to the ABTC
grievance handling procedures).
The Code of Ethics is subject to review and update on a periodic basis by the
ABTC Board of Directors.