SUPERVISION TRAINING

DIPLOMA IN SUPERVISION - Relational/Developmental Approach

What is a Relational/Developmental Supervision Training?

Relational/developmental supervision training will draw on psychology using a humanistic - integrative approach. It draws upon shame in the learning process and a range of integrative theories to enable a thorough understanding of how to work effectively with the supervisee. Trainee supervisors will therefore be relationally centred, being able to be flexible enough to meet the needs of the supervisee as well as holding good professional boundaries. The relationship is a crucial part of the supervisory process and underpinning the course will be a working knowledge of the dynamics of relating including the issue of transference.

Who is the course aimed at?

The course is aimed at attracting those who have experience of working with clients in a counselling/psychotherapy setting who would like to expand their skill and knowledge and move to a supervisory role within their work. It is also suitable for those who work in other related settings that require supervision such as teachers, nurses, social workers and voluntary sector workers. It provides an excellent basis for anyone who would wish to supervise in either in statutory settings or private practice. Acceptance for training is based on a selection process comprising a written application and reference.

Other requirements

• All trainees must have completed their formal training have a Diploma in counselling or psychotherapy and have experience as a practicing counsellor/psychotherapist or allied professional with normally 3year post qualifying experience.
• All trainees working with supervisees to be in regular supervision. (See section on supervision)
• All trainees must have Professional Indemnity Insurance.
• All trainees to be registered with the Information Commissioners Office (ICO)
• All trainees have to be a member of TACT (£20 per annum)

Application

Application for the course is by a completed application form plus two references one of which must be a recommendation from the applicants Supervisor.

COURSE OUTLINE

The contextual field: what is supervision, forming a supervisory relationship.
Developing the supervisory relationship. Working with transferential processes.
Supporting the supervisory alliance. Working with learning styles and understanding shame.
Anti-oppressive practice and supervision. Supervision and different client groups, including children and young people.
Being a supervisor: managing ethical dilemmas. Working within the legal framework.
Group presentations. Each member will make a short presentation on an area of supervision in which they have developed a particular interest.

Course Tutor

Karen Davies-Hough is the Course Tutor who is a UKCP and EIATSCYP Registered Psychotherapist and a BACP Accredited Counsellor. Karen is the Director of Training at TACT. She formally taught on TACT’s UKCP Accredited Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling with Children at TACT and is a supervisor for those working with adults and/or children.

Supervision

Students who are undertaking the training need to practice their skills in a real-life environment and are required to have 30 hours of supervision practice in order to obtain their Diploma.
It is mandatory that students have supervision with a suitably qualified EIATSCYP, UKCP, UKAHPP or BACP accredited supervisor about their work with supervisees. Students will be expected to complete 20 hours of supervision in order to obtain their Diploma in Supervision.
The cost of supervision is not included in the course fees but is generally about 1 hour supervision per month around £45-50

Assessment

Assessment of skills and knowledge is an ongoing part of the course and will include Self, Peer and Tutor assessment via a mini case study, tape transcript and presentation to the group.

AWARD OF THE DIPLOMA IN SUPERVISION (Dip.Sup)

Successful candidates will be awarded the Diploma in Supervision by TACT on the successful completion of the course and course work assignments. In addition candidates must have attended all workshops and met the requirements of clinical supervision and supervision practice. TACT is an accredited training organisation with the European Interdisciplinary Association for Therapeutic Services with Children and Young People (EIATSCYP) and is a Full Training Member Organisation of the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)

COURSE STRUCTURE

The Course takes place over 1 year. The training will be run over 5 weekends which will take place once every two months. (Dates will be set shortly)
The days will start at 9.30am and end at 5.00pm, with morning and afternoon breaks and an hour for lunch.

FEES

The annual training fee is £1100. This is a highly competitive rate and represents excellent value for money. Fees may be paid in full at the beginning of the year or by standing order over 6 months (includes a small administrative charge if paid over 6 months.)
Membership fee to be paid in full at the beginning of the academic year, £30
If you are accepted on the course a deposit of £300 is required and is non-refundable.
Minimum of 20 hours supervision to obtain the Diploma. Normally 1 hour a month at a cost around £50 per supervision.

Affiliated organisation and information can be found at www.eiatscyp.com and www.ukcp.org.uk