Is it ethical for a boss to delay approving your work experience hours through NCARB?

• A. No, it is not ethical to foot-drag on experience reporting. Rule 5.201 requires timely documentation.
• B. Yes, it is ethical to delay.
• C. It's not addressed by ethics.
• D. Only if the boss is unlicensed.

Answer: (A)

Timely reporting of your work experience hours to NCARB is an ethical expectation. Rule 5.201 requires documentation to be done promptly, so a supervisor delaying approval undermines the licensure process and is not consistent with professional conduct. Delays can stall you from meeting experience requirements and keeping your path to licensure on track. Supervisors are expected to verify hours in a timely manner to maintain the integrity and efficiency of the credentialing process. If delays occur, it’s appropriate to document the submission and follow up with NCARB for guidance, but the ethical stance remains clear: postponing approval is not acceptable.