Programme Specification for the 2023/4 academic year
PGCert Clinical Supervision of Psychological Therapies Practice
1. Programme Details
| Programme name | PGCert Clinical Supervision of Psychological Therapies Practice | Programme code | PCT0PSYPSY04 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study mode(s) | Part Time |
Academic year | 2023/4 |
| Campus(es) | Streatham (Exeter) |
NQF Level of the Final Award | 7 (Masters) |
2. Description of the Programme
Within mental health and social care settings it is becoming increasingly recognised that clinical supervision plays a fundamental role in improving clinical outcomes, supporting practitioners and ensuring safe and efficient practice. In this Programme you will develop an advanced and critical knowledge of the theory surrounding clinical supervision and mastery of the competencies associated with clinical skills and/or case management supervision. Considerable opportunity for supervision and reflection on your supervisory practice will be afforded to enhance learning and ongoing action planning.
3. Educational Aims of the Programme
This programme aims to update you with the latest research and practice in the clinical supervision of evidence-based psychological therapies. In this programme we aim to detail the knowledge and practice of clinical supervision of evidence-based psychological therapy practice. We aim to provide you with the knowledge and competencies required to supervise practitioners in effective practice. We also aim to provide a supportive learning environment that fosters your academic and personal development.
4. Programme Structure
5. Programme Modules
The following tables describe the programme and constituent modules. Constituent modules may be updated, deleted or replaced as a consequence of the annual programme review of this programme.
www.exeter.ac.uk/cedar/programmes/
Stage 1
60 credits of compulsory and non-condonable modules
a You must select one of the Clinical Supervision Practice Placement modules PYCM042, PYCM090 or PYCM091.
Compulsory Modules
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| PYCM089 | Supervising Evidence-Based Psychological Therapies/Interventions in Child and Adolescent Mental Health | 30 | Yes |
| ClinPsy PGCert Clinical Supervision optional modules 2018-9 [See note a above] | |||
| PYCM042 | Clinical Supervision Practice Placement | 30 | Yes |
| PYCM090 | Clinical Supervision Practice Placement (Wellbeing Practitioner for Children and Young People) | 30 | Yes |
| PYCM091 | Clinical Supervision Practice Placement (Education Mental Health Practitioner) | 30 | Yes |
6. Programme Outcomes Linked to Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
Intended Learning Outcomes
A: Specialised Subject Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
1. Demonstrate generic and modality-specific competencies in clinical supervision of evidence-based psychological therapies through module based competency assessments | Lectures and group tutorials based at the University. Group supervision of supervision practice incorporating video analysis and written supervisee feedback. Reflective record of supervision practice. | Extended supervision practice portfolio including structured video presentations of supervision practice (ILOs 1, 2). Essay in applied clinical supervision (ILOs 2, 3). Reflective commentary on supervision practice (ILOs 1, 2). |
Intended Learning Outcomes
B: Academic Discipline Core Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
4. Address complex supervision problems which may be framed within unpredictable contexts, think critically, creatively, and independently, and fully appreciate the complexities of the issues | Lectures and group tutorials. Guided independent study. Group supervision of supervision practice incorporating video analysis and written supervisee feedback. | Supervision skills assessment (self and supervisor rating) (ILOs 4, 5, 6). Essay in applied clinical supervision (ILOs 4, 6). Extended supervision practice portfolio including structured video presentations of supervision practice (ILOs 4, 5, 6). |
Intended Learning Outcomes
C: Personal/Transferable/Employment Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
7. Analyse and manage the implications of ethical dilemmas and work proactively with others to formulate solutions | Group supervision and tutorials. Practice-based peer review and self-directed learning. | Supervision skills assessment (self and supervisor rating) (ILOs 7, 8, 9) Extended supervision practice portfolio including structured video presentations of supervision practice (ILOs 7, 8, 9). Reflective commentary on supervision practice (ILO 9). |
7. Programme Regulations
Programme-specific Progression Rules
You must pass all the modules in the table above. The pass mark for these modules is 50% with an additional requirement to pass all individual assessments within individual modules. If you fail any modules you will not be permitted to continue with the programme and your registration as a student will be terminated with immediate effect.
Classification
Full details of assessment regulations for all taught programmes can be found in the TQA Manual, specifically in the Credit and Qualifications Framework, and the Assessment, Progression and Awarding: Taught Programmes Handbook. Additional information, including Generic Marking Criteria, can be found in the Learning and Teaching Support Handbook.
8. College Support for Students and Students' Learning
WithinPsychology there is a well-equipped suite of PCs dedicated for postgraduate use, with further support provided by a dedicated IT and statistics helpdesk.
A range of services is available to support your study both from within Psychology. These include:
- Team development programme.
- Personal and professional development planning.
- Student handbooks and programme guides.
- Range of specialist advisors, including for: women students, non-school leavers, and overseas students.
- Computing and Statistics Help Desk.
- Virtual Resource Room and other web-based learning materials.
- Clinically focused seminars, the ‘Think Tank’, provided by the Mood Disorders Centre.
9. University Support for Students and Students' Learning
Please refer to the University Academic Policy and Standards guidelines regarding support for students and students' learning.
10. Admissions Criteria
Undergraduate applicants must satisfy the Undergraduate Admissions Policy of the University of Exeter.
Postgraduate applicants must satisfy the Postgraduate Admissions Policy of the University of Exeter.
Specific requirements required to enrol on this programme are available at the respective Undergraduate or Postgraduate Study Site webpages.
Undergraduate applicants must satisfy the Undergraduate Admissions Policy of the University of Exeter.
Postgraduate applicants must satisfy the Postgraduate Admissions Policy of the University of Exeter.
Specific requirements required to enrol on this programme are available at the respective Undergraduate or Postgraduate Study Site webpages.
Candidates will need to provide evidence of a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Applicants must normally have completed a recognised professional clinical training or relevant undergraduate degree. Non-standard applications will be considered where applicants can demonstrate the required academic ability alongside existing knowledge, experience and skills developed in the workplace, relevant to this programme. Please contact the Programme Director if you would like to explore whether your prior learning, experience and skills would be acceptable. Candidates will need to undertake an interview and confirm appropriate registration to practice (eg Health Professions or Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration).
11. Regulation of Assessment and Academic Standards
Each academic programme in the University is subject to an agreed College assessment and marking strategy, underpinned by institution-wide assessment procedures.
The security of assessment and academic standards is further supported through the appointment of External Examiners for each programme. External Examiners have access to draft papers, course work and examination scripts. They are required to attend the Board of Examiners and to provide an annual report. Annual External Examiner reports are monitored at both College and University level. Their responsibilities are described in the University's code of practice. See the University's TQA Manual for details.
14. Awarding Institution
University of Exeter
15. Lead College / Teaching Institution
Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
16. Partner College / Institution
Partner College(s)
Not applicable to this programme
Partner Institution
Not applicable to this programme.
17. Programme Accredited / Validated by
0
18. Final Award
PGCert Clinical Supervision of Psychological Therapies Practice
19. UCAS Code
N/A
20. NQF Level of Final Award
7 (Masters)
21. Credit
| CATS credits | ECTS credits |
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22. QAA Subject Benchmarking Group
23. Dates
| Origin Date | 11/11/2012 |
Date of last revision | 07/01/2019 |
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