GAMTS commits to:

• Making all decisions based on competence and merit, not personal interests

• Treating all candidates equally regardless of background, gender, nationality, or socioeconomic status

• Designing exams to be fair and free from bias

• Regularly analyzing exams for unfair items and removing them

• Publishing our decision-making processes so they can be scrutinized

• Addressing complaints and appeals impartially

What This Means for Candidates:

• ✅ Your exam is evaluated on merit alone

• ✅ Your demographic details don't affect your score

• ✅ You have the right to appeal any decision

• ✅ GAMTS decisions are based on published, transparent criteria

GAMTS commits to:

• Publishing our standards, policies, and governance publicly

• Explaining our reasoning for major decisions

• Conducting regular audits and publishing results

• Being honest about challenges and limitations

• Maintaining clear records of all operational decisions

• Reporting on our impact and quality metrics

What This Means for Candidates:

• ✅ You know what you're being tested on (published blueprints)

• ✅ You know how we make decisions (published policies)

• ✅ You can hold us accountable (public record)

• ✅ We explain our practices openly

GAMTS commits to:

• Identifying and managing potential conflicts of interest

• Preventing personal financial gain from influencing decisions

• Requiring disclosure of relationships that could affect judgment

• Recusal from decisions where conflicts exist

• Transparent management of advisory board and staff relationships

What This Means for Candidates:

• ✅ No one profits personally from passing/failing you

• ✅ Exam developers aren't selling courses on the side

• ✅ Leaders recuse themselves from decisions they have stake in

• ✅ No hidden conflicts affecting your certification

GAMTS commits to:

• Hiring knowledgeable, qualified professionals

• Providing ongoing training on best practices

• Using the latest scientific evidence in exam design

• Regularly assessing our own effectiveness

• Learning from mistakes and improving

• Staying current with industry changes

What This Means for Candidates:

• ✅ Your exam is developed by skilled professionals

• ✅ Exams improve over time based on data

• ✅ We take feedback seriously and make changes

• ✅ You get a modern, relevant certification

GAMTS commits to:

• Protecting candidate privacy and data security

• Treating all communications with respect and professionalism

• Providing clear information about exams, policies, and results

• Ensuring reasonable timelines for responses and decisions

• Supporting accessibility and fair accommodations

• Recognizing the value of certified professionals

What This Means for Candidates:

• ✅ Your personal data is protected

• ✅ Support is respectful and professional

• ✅ You get clear explanations

• ✅ Your needs for accommodations are taken seriously

For Leadership & Staff

GAMTS leaders, staff, and advisors commit to:

Professional Integrity

• Uphold the highest standards of professional conduct

• Follow all applicable laws and regulations

• Make decisions in the best interest of candidates, not personal gain

• Report unethical behavior when observed

Honest Communication

• Communicate clearly and truthfully

• Disclose conflicts of interest

• Don't misrepresent credentials or qualifications

• Correct errors promptly and transparently

Respectful Workplace

• Treat colleagues with respect and professionalism

• Prevent discrimination and harassment

• Create an inclusive environment

• Address complaints fairly

Financial Responsibility

• Manage GAMTS finances ethically and transparently

• Don't use organization funds for personal gain

• Disclose financial interests

• Follow audit and compliance requirements

For GAMTS Certificate Holders

Those who hold GAMTS certifications commit to:

Ethical Practice

• Use your certification honestly and appropriately

• Represent your knowledge and experience truthfully

• Work within your area of competence

• Don't claim expertise you don't have

• Continuously develop your skills and knowledge

Transparency

• Disclose your GAMTS certification status when relevant

• Don't misrepresent what the certification covers

• Be honest about its scope and limitations

• Update your credentials if qualifications change

Professional Conduct

• Represent GAMTS and the profession with integrity

• Follow industry standards and best practices

• Report misconduct or unethical behavior when aware

• Contribute to the growth of the profession

• Respect the credibility of your certification

Continuing Development

• Stay current in your field

• Maintain your knowledge and skills

• Renew your certification when required

• Support other professionals in learning

What Constitutes Misconduct

Exam Misconduct

Serious Violations (Certificate Revoked):

• Using AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, etc.) during exam

• Having someone else take the exam (impersonation)

• Accessing unauthorized websites during exam

• Receiving outside help or answers from others

• Screen sharing or getting help via video call

• Using books, notes, or materials during exam

• Attempting to access/distribute exam questions

Moderate Violations (Certificate Withheld/Delayed):

• Suspicious activity patterns that don't confirm cheating

• Network anomalies or unusual behavior

• Borderline exam completion times

• Flagged by AI but inconclusive evidence

Minor Violations (Warning/Probation):

• Minor policy violations

• Technical rule violations (minor)

Credential Misuse

Serious Violations:

• Falsifying or forging GAMTS credentials

• Using credential after revocation

• Lending your credential to someone else

• Claiming certification you don't hold

Moderate Violations:

• Misrepresenting the scope of certification

• Using credential in misleading ways

• Not updating credentials status when expired

5-Step Process for All Allegations:

Step 1: Report (Day 1)

• Misconduct reported to GAMTS (anonymously or with identity)

• Report submitted via support@gamts.org or online form

• Initial confirmation sent to reporter

Step 2: Assessment (Days 1-5)

• GAMTS reviews allegation

• Determines if investigation warranted

• Contact may be made to gather preliminary information

• Decision: Proceed with investigation or close case

Step 3: Investigation (Days 6-21)

• Evidence gathered from multiple sources

• Statements collected from relevant parties

• Exam activity logs reviewed

• Technical analysis conducted if needed

• All relevant information documented

Step 4: Decision (Days 22-28)

• Evidence compiled and reviewed

• Finding issued: Substantiated, Unsubstantiated, or Inconclusive

• Consequences determined if substantiated

• Detailed written decision prepared

Step 5: Notification (Day 28)

• Candidate notified of finding and consequences

• Explanation of decision provided

• Appeal rights explained

• Timeline for any action

Scale of Consequences:

Minor Violations

• Written warning

• Mandatory policy retraining

• 6-month probation status

• Certification remains valid

• Flagged in records

Moderate Violations

• Temporary certification suspension (3-12 months depending on severity)

• Mandatory retraining on exam rules/ethics

• Intensive monitoring of future exams

• May be required to retake exam with video proctoring

• Probation period after reinstatement

Severe Violations

• Permanent certification revocation

• Public notice of revocation on GAMTS website

• Ineligibility to pursue GAMTS certifications in future

• Possible referral to law enforcement if criminal

• May affect employment

Appeal Your Misconduct Finding

You Have the Right to Appeal If:

• You believe the finding is incorrect

• New evidence has come to light

• You believe the investigation was unfair

• Consequences are disproportionate to violation

• Procedural errors occurred

Appeal Process

Step 1: Submit Appeal (Within 30 Days)

• Email: appeals@gamts.org

• Subject: "Misconduct Appeal – [Your Name]"

• Include: Original decision letter, your explanation, any new evidence

Step 2: Independent Review (Days 1-7)

• Appeal assigned to independent panel (not original investigators)

• Panel reviews entire case file

• Panel may request additional information

Step 3: Panel Decision (Days 8-14)

• Panel determines if appeal has merit

• Reviews evidence and findings

• May uphold original decision or overturn it

Step 4: Notification (Day 15)

• Written decision provided

• Explanation of panel's reasoning

• Any modified consequences detailed

• No further appeal beyond this level

GAMTS Workplace

All GAMTS staff, leaders, and advisors are expected to:

Respect & Inclusion

• Treat colleagues with respect regardless of role, background, or identity

• Create an inclusive, welcoming environment

• Report discrimination or harassment immediately

• Support diversity and inclusion initiatives

Professional Behavior

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

• Don't share candidate data inappropriately

• Follow all data protection regulations

• Use professional communication always

Conflict Resolution

• Address disputes professionally and promptly

• Use formal grievance process if needed

• Support fair, impartial investigation

• Respect decisions of leadership

Accountability

• Take responsibility for your actions

• Correct mistakes promptly

• Learn from feedback

• Hold yourself to highest standards

Candidate Data Protection

GAMTS commits to:

• Collecting only necessary personal data

• Protecting data with industry-standard security

• Using data only for stated purposes

• Not selling or sharing candidate data

• Respecting candidate privacy rights

• Complying with all privacy regulations

What This Means:

• ✅ Your email isn't sold to marketers

• ✅ Your exam results aren't shared with others

• ✅ Your personal data is encrypted and protected

• ✅ You have rights to access and delete your data

Report Unethical Behavior

If you observe unethical behavior by GAMTS staff, leadership, or other candidates:

Email: ethics@gamts.org
Subject: "Ethics Violation Report"
Anonymous: Yes, you can report anonymously

What We Investigate:

• GAMTS staff misconduct

• Leadership misconduct

• Cheating by candidates

• Data protection violations

• Financial impropriety

• Discrimination or harassment

Protection:

• Reports can be anonymous

• No retaliation against reporters

• Confidentiality maintained

• Independent investigation

Have a question about GAMTS ethics and conduct?

Email: ethics@gamts.org
Response time: Within 3 business days

We take ethics seriously and are happy to clarify our standards and commitments.