Module 3:

The ULS Core

Value of
Integrity
Ronald B. Lapuz, Ph.D., CHRP, FPM, LPT
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this module, you are expected to:
1. Explain the real meaning of integrity
based on your own understanding and
experience;
2. Practice integrity in doing justice and
view injustices in the social power
relations as an impediment to grow in the
genuine understanding of the truth.
ULS Defines Integrity as…
The courage and
determination to
live and die for
Salettinian
ideals”.
Biblical Passage about Integrity of Character
• “For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth
come knowledge and understanding; he stores
up sound wisdom for the upright; he is a shield
to those who walk blamelessly, guarding the
paths of justice and preserving the way of his
faithful ones.” (Proverbs 2:6-8)

• “Show yourself in all respects a model of good

works, and in your teaching show integrity,
gravity, and sound speech that cannot be
censured; then any opponent will be put to
shame, having nothing evil to say of us.” (Titus
2:7-8)
 Moral courage has five
major components
Rielle Miller, “Moral Courage: Definition and Development,”; accessed at
http://www.emotionalcompetency.com/papers/Moral_Courage_Definition_and_Develop ;
November 25, 2019.
The Presence and Recognition of a Moral Situation
It is necessary because an
individual cannot be morally
courageous if they are not faced
with a morally charged situation
(i.e., being given a taste test is
not a moral situation).
Recognizing that there is a moral
situation is the first step toward
moral courage.
Moral Choice
When a moral situation is
recognized, it immediately
calls the observer to appeal to
her moral intuitions, values,
principles, etc. It lays a claim
upon the observer, demanding
that she do something. This
leads us into the second
component, moral choice.
Behavior
The individual when faced with a
moral situation must choose the
moral option. The observer must
make the appeal to her moral
intuitions, values, principles, etc. The
decision must be based upon what
she feels is right morally, not legally.
There must be a moral decision and
most importantly moral behavior.
What makes someone morally
courageous is that her behavior is
consistent with her beliefs—
morally—no matter what.
Individuality
Acts of moral courage must be
done as an individual, like a
leader who does not care if she
ever obtains any followers.
The morally courageous
individual is on display for all
to see, to judge. She alone
must face the consequences of
her success or failure.
 Facing the fear is crucial to
Fear moral courage because this is
the point where the individual is
highlighted. The individual
must face her own fear—no one
can do it for her. Facing the fear
allows her to act, to
acknowledge the situation, to
make the decision, and to
behave consistently with that
decision. It is critical to note
that the morally courageous
individual does have fear; she is
not fearless.
Integrity Requires:
•Self-Discipline
•Consistency
•Honesty
•Accountability
•Commitment
•Reliability (promise-keeping)
able 2. Critical Checkpoints in using Moral Courage for Ethical Decision
Making
Steps Checkpoint
Evaluate the circumstances to establish whether moral courage is
1
needed in the situation
Determine what moral values and ethical principles are at risk or
2
in question of being compromised
Ascertain what principles need to be expressed and defended in
3
the situation – focus on one or two of the more critical values
Consider the possible adverse consequences/risks associated
4
with taking action
Assess whether or not the adversity can be endured – determine
5
what support/resources are available
Avoid stumbling blocks that might restrain moral courage, such as
6 apprehension or over reflection leading to reasoning oneself out
of being morally courageous in the situation
Continue to develop moral courage through education, training,
7
and practice

https://www.aacnnursing.org/5B-Tool-Kit/Themes/Moral-Courage0