Program Overview

Leading & Inspiring Through Professional Supervision

Course Overview

The module aims to equip supervisors in social care with a systematic understanding of knowledge, and a critical awareness of the challenges in the practice of supervision. It will provide new insights, informed by current models of supervision and research at the forefront of professional practice. The module will enable students to gain a critical understanding of knowledge in their area of practice and to practise the skills required to provide effective supervision within a complex and changing social care environment.

Topics Covered

• Establishing a clear understanding, rationale and framework for supervision
• The impact of supervision on practice and outcomes for service users and carers
• The role of emotional intelligence in supervision
• Theories of adult learning, learning styles and experiential learning
• Skills, values and knowledge of working with diverse communities and challenging oppressive practice
• Skills in leadership

Module Details

• 20 Credit Module at Level 7
• On successful completion of this module a student will be able to:
  • Demonstrate a critical awareness and understanding of the principles and purposes of supervision
  • Critically analyse the link between supervision, practice and outcomes for vulnerable adults, children and young people
  • Critically evaluate the application of adult experiential learning
  • Critically examine the role of anxiety and its impact on a worker’s judgement and analysis of information
  • Critically examine the complex issues in supervision, systematically and creatively.

Entry Requirements

This module is aimed at those supervising social workers or social care staff and are keen to develop their skills and knowledge in this critical area of professional practice.

• All candidates need to ensure that they have a relevant undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above or evidence of their ability to study at postgraduate level.

Fees and Funding

Please visit our fees and finance webpages for further information.

Progression Pathways

Under the School's Centre for CPD portfolio, this module can be completed as standalone or towards one of the following courses:

• Postgraduate Certificate in Leadership and Management in Social Work and Social Care
• Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Development and Practice
• Masters in Professional Development and Practice

Learning Environment

Presentation and reflective assignment.

• The course is 3 months, comprising 6 teaching days plus self-directed study time.

Industry Links

The School has worked closely with some of the key local statutory and independent employers in the development of this module. The learning from this module can be used to requirements for continuing professional development and continuing education.

Enquiries and Applications

Please contact the CPD team for specific guidance to support you in completing an application and to ensure it is directed appropriately once submitted. You will be advised to apply through the University Online Application System.

• Individuals should initially discuss their application with their employer as arrangements may be in place for financial and study leave support.
• Should you have any further questions about the application or enrolment process please contact the CPD team.

Related Courses

• ASYE: Demonstrating Capability in Social Work Practice, Short Course
• Best Interests Assessor, Short Course
• Childhood in Law & Welfare, Short Course
• Global Perspectives on Children’s Participation, Short Course
• ILM Level 3 Award in Effective Mentoring
• ILM Level 3 Award in Management of Volunteers
• ILM Level 7 Award or Certificate in Leadership & Management
• Introduction to Social Research, Short Course
• Responding to Contemporary Issues in Social Work & Social Care, Short Course
• Return to Social Work, Short Course
• Safeguarding Children & Young People, Short Course
• Safeguarding Children in an International Context, Short Course
• Theorising Childhood & Adolescence, Short Course