This unit introduces both the theory and practice of Professional Supervision through theoretical input, class engagement, group work, and supervision practice. Elements include active listening, theological reflection, models of supervision, case studies and evaluation, and developing feedback and intervention skills. Key aspects of psychodynamics in the context of supervision are introduced. Regular personal reflective practice is recommended to support role-based engagement. In this unit supervision of individuals is the focus of the experiential learning practice sessions.
Unit code: PS8011M
Unit status: Approved (Major revision)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Foundational
Unit discipline: Professional Supervision
Proposing College: School of Professional Practice - Professional Supervision
Show when this unit is running| 1. | Apply understanding of key concepts of professional supervision including active listening and theological reflective practice. |
| 2. | Reflect critically on the processes and dynamics of supervision. |
| 3. | Demonstrate understanding of key aspects of psychodynamics in the context of supervision. |
| 4. | Apply and critique techniques of supervision of individuals in an experiential learning setting. |
| 5. | Apply a framework for active enquiry to analyse supervisory problems or issues in order to evaluate supervisory options and techniques. |
This unit is the first in a series of three units required for the Graduate Certificate in Professional Supervision: PS8011M Foundations of Professional Supervision, PS8012M People, Ethics, and Practice in Professional Supervision, PS8013M Inclusion, Power and Culture in Professional Supervision. This unit must be completed first.
Theoretical input, critical reflection, analysis of case studies, modelling of skills, small group work enabling supervision and feedback, supervision practice, guest lecturer presentations.
| Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Variant 1 | ||||||||
| Personal Reflection - Critical Reflection | Critically reflect on one aspect of professional supervision. |
1000 | 10.0 | |||||
| Case Study - Case Study Analysis in Class | Part One: Assessment of the student in the role of professional supervisor. Part Two: 500 world reflection of one aspect of the assessment experience. |
1500 | 30.0 | |||||
| Report - Case Study Report | An evaluation of a case study provided to the student. |
2000 | 20.0 | |||||
| Essay - Essay | Evaluate and explain the key concepts, process and dynamics of professional supervision. |
2500 | 40.0 | |||||
Variant 2 | ||||||||
| Personal Reflection - Critical Reflection | Critically reflect on one aspect of professional supervision. |
1000 | 10.0 | |||||
| Case Study - Case Study Analysis in Class | Part One: Assessment of the student in the role of professional supervisor. Part Two: 500 world reflection of one aspect of the assessment experience. |
1500 | 30.0 | |||||
| Report - Case Study Report | An evaluation of a case study provided to the student. |
2000 | 20.0 | |||||
| Poster - Poster Presentation | Evaluate and explain the key concepts, process and dynamics of professional supervision. |
2500 | 40.0 | |||||
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Prof Albert Haddad on 29 Nov, 2022
Unit record last updated: 2022-11-29 15:30:02 +1100