RICS APC Ethics, Rules of Conduct and professionalism (2026)

Master RICS APC ethics, rules of conduct & professionalism competency for your final assessment

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Are you preparing for your RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) and want to ensure success? This practical and focused course, led by David Inman FRICS—APC Assessor Chairman, practising Chartered Surveyor, and experienced trainer—gives you the essential knowledge and skills to excel in one of the most critical APC competencies: Ethics, Rules of Conduct, and Professionalism.

Updated for the 2022 RICS Rules of Conduct, this course replaces outdated content and reflects the latest standards, so you can prepare with confidence and accuracy.

Why This Course Is Essential

The RICS APC competency Ethics, Rules of Conduct, and Professionalism is non-negotiable:

• Get it wrong, and you will be referred.

• Get it right, and you’ll pass with confidence.

This course ensures you fully understand and can apply all aspects of the RICS Rules of Conduct for both members and firms—up to Level 3—to secure a successful APC outcome.

What You’ll Learn

• A clause-by-clause breakdown of the 2022 RICS Rules of Conduct.

• Practical guidance on applying ethical and professional standards in real-world scenarios.

• How to meet the global RICS requirement for professional and ethical learning.

• Insider insights from an APC Assessor Chairman on what assessors expect at each level.

• Key updates, including:

  • September 2023: New Rules of Conduct quiz.

  • February 2024: Revised regulations definitions.

  • January 2025: Expanded quiz content based on learner feedback

  • January 2026: Changes to RICS CPD requirements.

Who Should Attend

• APC candidates at Levels 1, 2, and 3 preparing for final assessment.

• Chartered Surveyors needing to refresh their knowledge of RICS ethics and conduct requirements.

• Professionals seeking CPD learning in line with RICS global standards.

Why Learn with David Inman FRICS

David brings real-world experience as a practising Chartered Surveyor and APC Assessor Chairman Auditor, giving you a unique insight into what assessors look for and how to present your knowledge effectively.

Course Benefits

• Professional: Delivered by an RICS expert with decades of experience.

• Achievable: Structured learning that makes complex topics easy to understand.

• Specialist Skills: The confidence and knowledge to succeed at your APC.

With interactive quizzes, the latest regulatory updates, and practical guidance, this course gives you everything you need to master this critical APC competency—and achieve professional success.

Revision history

September 2023 to include a new Rules of Conduct quiz.

February 2024 to include revised regulations definitions from RICS.

January 2025 the quiz has been expanded after a request from a course learner

January 2026 expanded to include new RICS CPD requirements.