The Value of Behavioral Ethics in the Implementation of the Ethical Development of Military Personnel

The standard approach to ethics training in the military currently utilizes the deontological philosophy across the full spectrum of military personnel. Using this philosophy for younger military personnel, such as entry-level enlisted and officer, is useful because it enhances the understanding needed to make ethical choices guided by established rules. However, when individuals experience neurological maturity, the deontological approach loses its effect. Furthermore, the ethical situations faced by more senior personnel are less distinguished through established rules. The military's ethics development can improve through implementing tailored training to exclusive audiences that would provide more applicability. The research that has emerged from the study of behavioral ethics offers a practical approach for ethics development for the more senior level of military personnel.