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CIPD Level 55CO03AC 1.4

How to raise ethical concerns effectively

5CO03Professional behaviours and valuing people

This CIPD Level 5 learning video explores how to raise ethical concerns effectively within unit 5CO03 – Professional behaviours and valuing people, addressing assessment criteria AC 1.4. The video examines when and how to escalate matters that conflict with ethical values or legislation, covering organisational policies, leadership styles, and the concept of whistleblowing with real-world examples. You'll gain practical understanding of raising issues professionally across different contexts, from personal relationships to organisational practices, equipping you with the skills to navigate ethical dilemmas confidently in your HR career.

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Assessment Criteria 1.4

Recognise when and how you would raise matters which conflict with ethical values or legislation

Indicative Content

When and how to raise issues, for example organisational policies and practices, organisational leadership style, personal relationships, conflict style. Examples of ‘matters which conflict’, for example with legal matters, with ethical values, with personal values. Concept of ‘whistleblowing’, high-profile examples.

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About 5CO03Professional behaviours and valuing people

CIPD Level 5
5CO03
Learning Outcome 1

This unit focuses on how applying core professional behaviours such as ethical practice, courage and inclusivity can build positive working relationships and support employee voice and wellbeing. It considers how developing and mastering new professional behaviours and practice can impact performance.

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