Free practice questions for the ICF credential exams

Question 1 of 5 · Coaching Ethics

During a session, Kwame tells his coach that he plans to physically harm a named colleague, and says when he will do it. The coaching agreement lists a serious risk of harm to others as a limit to confidentiality. What is the most appropriate response?

Choose one answer.

• AKeep the disclosure private, because Kwame shared it in a coaching session.
• BWait until the next session to see whether Kwame still intends to act.
• CRefer Kwame to a therapist and continue coaching as planned.
• DTake steps to protect the colleague, which may mean telling the authorities.