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3.04 — Service Agreement
What does 3.04 say?
Before implementing services, behavior analysts ensure that there is a signed service agreement with the client and/or relevant stakeholders outlining the responsibilities of all parties, the scope of behavioral services to be provided, the behavior analyst's obligations under the Code, and procedures for submitting complaints about a behavior analyst's professional practices to relevant entities (e.g., BACB, service organization, licensure board, funder). They update service agreements as needed or as required by relevant parties. Updated service agreements must be reviewed with and signed by the client and/or relevant stakeholders.
Official source: read the full text in the Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts (2022) (official document).
Related sections
1.01 — Being Truthful1.02 — Conforming with Legal and Professional Requirements1.03 — Accountability1.04 — Practicing within a Defined Role1.05 — Practicing within Scope of Competence1.06 — Maintaining Competence1.07 — Cultural Responsiveness and Diversity1.08 — Nondiscrimination
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