Good supervision is at the heart of effective professional practice, and the rapidly changing context of health and social care means it is a complex and demanding activity.

Through exploration of theory and research evidence the student will develop a critical knowledge base of the nature and context of supervision in their current environment. The unit will also encourage the student to reflect and evaluate their own practice and role  in relation to their professional values and standards.

This unit can be undertaken as part of the MA Leading and Developing Services programme.

Learning outcomes

Having completed this unit the student is expected to:

1. Evaluate and synthesis the theoretical frameworks and research related to the study of supervision and assess their relevance to the health and social care context

2. Demonstrate an in depth knowledge and critical understanding of the current policy drivers in health and social care services and their impact on their role supervision strategies in their organisation.

3. Demonstrate advanced knowledge and critical understanding of the personal skills, professional standards and approached needed to engage in effective supervision

4. Critically examine the effectiveness of their practice, using reflection and analysis to develop a conceptual understanding of their work as well as a critical awareness of the impact of their interventions.

Assessment

The coursework comprises a reflective learning log equivalent to 2000 words and an observed supervision practice equivalent to 1000 words