Details for SSC560 Supervision of People Helpers

Gaining practical experience in a professional setting is essential for bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application. This unit consists of a 40-hour professional supervision placement that provides opportunity to develop the practitioner to work within the learned supervisory models. This subject provides an opportunity to enhance practice skills and examine professional and ethical issues under the guidance of a professional supervisor.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: SSC560
• Credit points: 10

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Prerequisite

Pre-req: SSC560Co-req: SSC561

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Critically reflect on the application of supervision theory and skills;
2. Critically reflect on the use of appropriate supervision model(s) based on supervisee need and best practice principles;
3. Examine professional and ethical considerations in the provision of supervision;
4. Consider and reflect on the continued personal and professional development of the supervisor.

Subject Content

• Supervision theory and skills
• Supervision models
• Supervision-case formulation and delivery
• Professional and ethical considerations
• Personal and professional development
• 10 hours of experiential education

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Onsite (face-to-face)
• Online (e-Learning)
• Intensives
• Work-Integrated Learning: Students are required to undertake 10 hours of professional placement as a supervisor-in training under supervision

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

• Skills Demonstration and Analysis (40%)
• Minor Essay (25%)
• Logbook and Critical Reflection (35%)

Prescribed Text

• Carroll, M & Gilbert, M. 2011. On Being a Supervisee, PsychOz Publications, Victoria.

Please consult your instructor prior to purchasing any texts