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: PS8011Z
Unit status: Approved (Minor revision)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Foundational
Unit discipline: Professional Supervision
Delivery Mode: Blended
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 | ||||||||
| Case Study - Case Study and Verbatim (same criteria) | Students will identify and investigate a problem in a particular case example (situation), examine potential solutions and recommend effective interventions using supporting evidence. |
1000 | 20.0 | |||||
| Skill Demonstration - Assessment in the Room OR Critical Review | Assessment in the room: A. Supervision in the Room 30% (equiv. 1500 words) Student practitioners will be assessed in real time as they take up their role as a professional supervisor. Student-to-student critique is integrated into this task. B. Critical Reflection 15% (1000 words) Students will critically reflect on one specific issue that was brought to their attention throughout the assessment-in-the-room experience Critical Review: 45% (2500 words) Students will design and undertake a critical review of the role and experience of professional supervisor. |
2500 | 45.0 | |||||
| Essay - Essay; Poster/Presentation; Integrated project; Reflective Learning Journal (same criteria) | Students will draw together the learning of the unit and focus on integrating experience with theory. The processes and practices required to professionally supervise will be critiqued with particular attention given to supervisory context. |
2500 | 35.0 | |||||
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Prof Albert Haddad on 10 Oct, 2024
Unit record last updated: 2024-10-10 11:15:34 +1100