Advertising
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The Practice Standard – Advertising describes how kinesiologists are expected to communicate the type and availability of their services to the public and other health care providers.
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Download pdfEnsures advertising does not contain any testimonials.
Ensures advertising does not contain false claims or guarantees.
Discloses limitations of the services (time, age group, membership).
Develops a privacy policy, which has been reviewed by an expert.
Develops privacy policies for public consumption in collaboration with the privacy officer.
Selects the appropriate terminology based on the audience’s level of understanding.
Seeks translation and/or assistance from an interpreter when required.
Uses all types of media, including social media, email, computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Office), paper-based documents and standardized
Explains the educational and training background of kinesiologists and the types of common conditions kinesiologists treat.
Maintains professional dress code/work attire, language and behaviours.
Upholds professional image when using social media.