Supervising social work and human service students 1

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Abstract

This is a non-award, continuing professional education subject for social workers and other human services workers who take students for field education placements. It covers the theory and practice of student supervision within a framework of adult learning and developmental stages of supervision.

Syllabus

What is student supervision in field education? - roles and functions of the field educator, the learning partnership, key playersThe influence of social, political and organisational context on supervisory practice; issues and strategiesTheories and models of adult and reflective learning in student supervisionPhases of student supervisionCreating a positive learning environment; … For more content click the Read More button below.

What is student supervision in field education? - roles and functions of the field educator, the learning partnership, key players
The influence of social, political and organisational context on supervisory practice; issues and strategies
Theories and models of adult and reflective learning in student supervision
Phases of student supervision
Creating a positive learning environment; educational strategies in supervision
Developing professional identity and reflective ethical practice
Standards of field education, assessing students, constructive feedback
Preparation for taking a student
Working with diversity in field education
Working with complexity and students in difficulties

Enrolment restrictions

This subject is only open to qualified social workers and other human service professionals with 2 years practice experience who are, or will be involved in the supervision of social work and human services students undertaking field education.