Is this programme for you?
The Level 6 Certificate in Professional Supervision is designed for senior leaders, middle managers and aspiring leaders and managers who currently provide supervision or will be progressing into such a role. Participants may be working within a wide range of backgrounds, including education, local government, health and wellbeing. The course is also suitable for those currently or planning to practise as a supervisor for coaches and mentors. Participants will be looking to get the very best out of their staff through highly effective, professional, ethical and developmental supervision, ensuring that all team members are working to full capacity in a supportive, innovative and inspirational working environment.
The course incorporates a blended learning approach including face to face and online tutorials, online and work-based learning, and access to relevant reading and research. The course is split into three learning modules which cover the knowledge required for successful supervision, the practice of working as a professional supervisor and reflections on personal and professional success. Each module is assessed through a mix of written assignments and the completion of a reflective portfolio, using evidence of supervision work, reflective practice, feedback and further development planning. Participants receive detailed and comprehensive feedback on these assignments, including areas for reflection and further reading, with the aim of encouraging further personal and professional development.
Programme Content
The Level 6 Certificate in Professional Supervision can normally be completed within 6 months, although timescales can be adjusted to suit individual needs.
Module 1
The principles and practice of effective professional supervision
This module covers the principles and practice of effective professional supervision, models and approaches that underpin such practices and approaches to appraising and evaluating their effectiveness and impacts. The module is assessed through a reflective review assignment.
Module 2
Undertaking effective professional supervision
This module covers the establishment of professional supervision relationships through appropriate contracting, relationship building, the practicalities of the professional supervision relationship, from inception to closure, and the structure and content of appropriate records. The module is assessed through a portfolio of professional practice.
Module 3
Reflecting on your ability to perform as a supervisor of professionals
The final module covers appraisal of the participant’s ability to perform effectively as a professional supervisor, the planning of continuing professional development and making the case for professional supervision to a range of stakeholders. The module is also assessed through a portfolio of professional practice.
Learning Activities
Each module contains a number of learning activities which include:
- Professional supervision
- Online learning
- Practical work based and reflective assignments
- Access to relevant and current reading and research
- Regular, comprehensive, personalised feedback and support from your tutor and the assessment team
