Code of Conduct for Heilpraktiker – Orientation, Responsibility & Limits in Practice

Heilpraktiker work between traditional healing and complex regulation — the code of conduct provides ethical and professional standards as a compass for trustworthy care.

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Table of contents

What it is and why it matters
Core contents — at a glance
Why it also matters commercially
Takeaway

The Code of Conduct for Heilpraktiker: Orientation, Responsibility & Limits in Practice

Heilpraktiker operate in a unique tension between traditional healing arts, modern naturopathy and a complex legal landscape. What defines professional self-understanding — and what standards apply?

Enter the Code of Conduct for Heilpraktiker (BOH). While not a law, it provides key orientation — for newcomers and experienced practitioners alike.

What it is and why it matters

Developed by the professional association, it is an ethical/professional framework with strong guiding power in the field. Authorities and courts may reference it in disputes on practice, diligence or public claims.

Core contents — at a glance

1. Responsibility & professional ethos

Practice responsibly and conscientiously; uphold human dignity; avoid sensationalism or conduct that harms the profession.

2. Competence & continuing education

Use only procedures you master; ongoing education is a professional duty.

3. Duty of care

Know your limits; refer when needed; patient safety first.

4. Informed consent

Inform on method, risks, alternatives and costs before treatment.

5. Documentation

Careful records (anamnesis, diagnosis, measures, course); retain ≥10 years.

6. Confidentiality

Strict confidentiality, including digital communication.

7. Scope & cooperation

Refer for specific diseases (e.g., notifiable infections); cooperate across professions.

8. Advertising & public claims

Be factual and restrained; no cure guarantees; no disparaging of other professions.

9. Collegiality

Respectful, fair conduct toward colleagues.

10. Complaints & mediation

Take complaints seriously; seek support from associations as needed.

Why it also matters commercially

For those developing secondary income (e.g., product sales, affiliate links, social ads), the BOH helps align messaging and choices with therapeutic benefit first.

Takeaway

The BOH is not law — but a strong framework for responsible practice: competence, ethics, diligence, transparency and collegiality.

Up next: how Heilpraktiker can recommend products lawfully and ethically — and where boundaries lie. Read here.

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