Supervision in Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychology and Counselling

Entry Requirements

Previous training in a field related to psychotherapy, counselling psychology, psychiatry, coaching or social work
Above training taken at the minimum of Diploma level
Minimum of three years of post qualifying experience
Ability to undergo a training at a postgraduate level of competence
Evidence of experience of professional or personal involvement with children or adolescents in a caring capacity
Evidence of sufficient practice of supervision or
Ability to take up supervisory practice with groups and individual supervisees
Clear Enhanced Police Check

Ability to form relationships with another, particularly with a child and young people, that are engaging, meaningful and respectful
Personal integrity, attunement, resilience, creativity and ability to play
Good personal and professional boundaries
Commitment to personal development
Self-reflection, including a willingness to stay with and work with difficult feelings and be prepared to recognize and work with their own issues from childhood and adolescence through personal inquiry. Ability to receive feedback and recognise own limitations
An understanding of the dynamics of interpersonal relationships, including an awareness of the social and political aspects, especially the vulnerable position of the child in society, and power and powerlessness in relationships
Sensitivity to issues of diversity and equal opportunities. Awareness of prejudice and commitment to non-discriminatory practice