Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Supervisor's Professional Work
Course Code
VPUPK_134
Branch of Science
Adult Pedagogy; Educational sciences
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Pedagogy
LQF
Level 7
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Baiba Pumpiņa
Structure Unit Manager
Kristīne Mārtinsone
Structural Unit
Department of Health Psychology and Paedagogy
Contacts
Riga, 16 Dzirciema Street, vppk@rsu.lv, +37167061587
About Study Course
Objective
Raise awareness of the professional activity of a supervisor in different environments, its legal and ethical framework, and the importance of respecting rights and ethics in professional work, including by documenting own activities. Develop the skills to apply the principles of rights and ethics to case analyses on supervision dilemmas, by developing an understanding of the supervisor's double responsibility for legal and ethical issues. Develop cultural competence in supervision.
Preliminary Knowledge
Forms of learning and professional development. Importance of lifelong learning.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Students describe the professional nature of the supervisor, the value, the professional environment of supervision. Describe the legal documents and ethical principles related to professional activity (including the requirements of the regulatory enactments on labour and labour protection, the data protection of natural persons and the principles of private life; basic principles of professional and general ethics). Analyse and assess the legal and ethical aspects of the supervision situation, in cases of legal and ethically sensitive supervision; define and analyse potential legal and ethical problems and organise information to further address the problem, describe what documents are needed in the supervisor's activities.
Skills
1.Address ethical dilemmas in supervision by applying the code of ethics and ethical guidelines to address ethical dilemmas, as well as by demonstrating multicultural competence, preparing documents related to supervision.
Competences
1.By understanding the potential impact of their activities on an individual, group, team or organisation, demonstrate legal, ethical and cultural competence in case analysis.
Assessment
Individual work
|
Title
|
% from total grade
|
Grade
|
|---|---|---|
|
1.
Individual work |
-
|
-
|
|
Read the specified sources and literature independently and prepare questions for discussion in lectures/classes on the given topic. Write a career development diary. |
||
Examination
|
Title
|
% from total grade
|
Grade
|
|---|---|---|
|
1.
Test |
50.00% from total grade
|
10 points
|
|
Test on the history and theories of supervision, the regulation of professional activities in Latvia. The test includes open and closed questions that verify students’ knowledge of these topics. |
||
|
2.
Analysis of the situation |
50.00% from total grade
|
10 points
|
|
Students draw their own description of the situation. According to the situation described, its analysis is carried out - applying an appropriate type, theory and model of supervision. |
||
Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
-
Lecture
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
Supervision functions. Supervision – a systemic approach. Theories and models of supervision.
Description
Abstract: Supervision features - educational, supportive and managerial. Use of functions according to the purpose/order of the supervision. Systemic approach to supervision: system interaction, relationship dynamics, roles and boundaries, communication patterns, system context, human place in the system, variability and balance, resources and search for solutions. A broader social and cultural context. Multicultural aspects of supervision. Supervision theories and models: Structural models, assurance model, specific orientation model, theoretical supervision models, supervision development or evolution models. |
-
Lecture
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
The concept of supervision. Historical development of supervision and quality criteria today (ANSE standard).
Description
Abstract: concept of supervision. Supervision in Europe and the US. Regulation of the professional activities of the Supervisor in Latvia (Standard of the profession of Supervisor). Quality criteria for supervision nowadays (ANSE standard). |
-
Lecture
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
Types of supervision and the specific nature of professional activity in different operating environments.
Description
Types of supervision - individual, group, team, organization supervision. Basic principles for the application of an appropriate form of supervision. Professional activity specifics in different operational environments (education, healthcare, business, justice system, social work, psychotherapy and psychology). |
-
Lecture
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
Professional values of the supervisor. Professional competence of the Supervisor, possibilities for its development. Supervision for promoting wellbeing in the working environment.
Description
Abstract: Supervisor Professional values: dignity, accountability, confidentiality, etc. Development of research-based practices. Possibilities for developing the supervisor’s professional competences: training, use of information sources, participation in conferences, supervision of supervision (metasuperation). Supervision for promoting wellbeing in the working environment: sociology of work, factors promoting wellbeing, biopsychosocial approach. Burnout syndrome: risk recognition, diagnostic options, measures to promote wellbeing. |
-
Lecture
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
Legal and ethical regulation of the professional activity of the supervisor. The rights and duties of the supervisor and supervisee.
Description
Abstract: supervision education in Latvia. Documents governing professional activities. Diversity of supervision in Latvia. The rights and obligations of the supervisor and the supervisor. |
-
Lecture
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
Protection of personal data and privacy. Labour and labour protection standards in supervision.
Design and formation of documents related to supervision.
Description
Abstract: personal data protection and private life. Binding provisions: human rights, consumer protection, taxation, medical treatment and patient rights, etc. Contract for the provision of a service (supervision); bilateral and tripartite contract. |
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
Ethics of supervision in relationship supervisor – supervisee. Monitoring the ethical aspects of the relationship suprevisee –customer.
Description
Abstract: Supervisor Code of Ethics (Code of Ethics of the Latvian Association of Supervisors). Evaluation of ethical violations and examination of submissions. The supervisor’s professional autonomy and independence, professional impartiality and neutrality, confidentiality, avoiding conflict of interest. In the lesson, students analyze the examples provided, learn to address ethical dilemmas. |
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
Ethical dilemmas and addressing them.
Description
Abstract: Ethical guidelines for supervision: evaluation of work performance and evaluation of activities to be supervised, provision of confidentiality, implementation of clear and theoretical activities, provision of adequate information, application of crisis interventions, multicultural sensitivity and diversity tolerance, separation of dual roles, supervision and therapy. |
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
Most common ethical violations in supervision (border offences, dual relationships, etc.).
Description
Abstract: examples of ethical violations more commonly found in supervisor practices are provided. Breaches of professional boundaries. Privacy breaches. The impact of dual roles on the supervisory process. Students analyse the examples provided and learn to see ethical dilemmas, model strategies for solving them. |
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
Multicultural aspects of supervision.
Description
Abstract: cultural identity and multilayered (ethnic, linguistic, religious, gender, etc.). Values and norms. Stereotypes and prejudices. Power relations - cultural majority and minority influence on cooperation and the supervision process. Language and communication. Historical and political factors affecting people’s experiences. Cultural sensitivity - The supervisor needs competence. By applying role-playing, video-example analysis, group work assignments contribute to empathy and cultural sensitivity. |
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
The use of supervision theories and models in a particular workplace.
Description
Abstract: students discuss the specifics of different areas of professional activity, adapt the use of the most relevant theories and models in a particular work environment. The needs of supervision in various fields of professional activity (research results). The lesson will focus on refining and defining the core of the problem, customizing the appropriate solution. |
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Auditorium
|
2
|
Topics
|
The use of supervision theories and models in a particular workplace.
Description
Abstract: students discuss the specifics of different areas of professional activity, adapt the use of the most relevant theories and models in a particular work environment. The needs of supervision in various fields of professional activity (research results). The lesson will focus on refining and defining the core of the problem, customizing the appropriate solution. |
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Corey, G., Corey, M.S., & Callanan, P. (2011). Issues and ethics in the Helping Professions. Brooks;Cole: Cengage learning. (akceptējams izdevums)
2.
Latvijas Republikas Satversmes komentāri. VIII nodaļa. Cilvēka pamattiesības (2011). Rīga. Latvijas Vēstnesis. (akceptējams izdevums)
3.
Moon, B.L. (2015). Ethical Issues in Art therapy. Charles Thomas Pub. Ltd.
4.
Ruķers, M. (2008). Fizisko personu datu aizsardzības likuma komentāri. Rīga: SIA E- sabiedrības risinājumi. (akceptējams izdevums)
5.
Slaidiņa, V., Skultāne I. (2017). Darba tiesības. Rīga: Apgāds Zvaigzne ABC.
6.
Mārtinsone, K. (Sast.) (2010). Supervīzija un tās specifika mākslu terapijā. Rīga: Drukātava. (akceptējams izdevums)
7.
Adjukovic, M., Cajvert, L., Judy, M., et.al. European Glossary of Supervision and Coaching. From: Conference „A Common Terminology for Supervision and Coaching in Eorope”, LEONARDO–Development of Innovation. Project “EC Vision A European System of Comparability and Validation of Supervisory Competences, 527220-LLP-AT-Leonardo_LMP” .
8.
ANSE Code of Ethics.
9.
Inspire and be Inspired - a Sample of Research on Supervision and Coaching in Europe : the collected articles of the 1st ANSE Research Conference on Supervision and Coaching, 24.-25. April 2015, Budapest, organized by ANSE, KRE, MSZCT, DGSv / 2017
10.
Supervīzija: Teorija. Pētījumi. Prakse [rakstu krājums]. Mārtinsone K. un Mihailova S. Rīga: Rīgas Stradiņa universitāte, 2017.- 420 lpp.
11.
Carroll, M. (2014). Effective supervision for the helping professions. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE.
12.
Frawley-O’Dea, M.G. & Sarnat, J.E. (2001). The supervisory relationship: A contemporary psychodynamic approach. New York: Guilford Press. (akceptējams izdevums)
13.
Pumpiņa, B. (Sast.). (2021). Supervīzija izglītības vidē. Rīga: RSU
14.
Zakriževska- Belogrudova, M. (Sast.). (2019). Supervīzija Latvijā: Izpētē pamatota attīstības iespēja. Rīga: RISEBA
15.
Pumpiņa, B. (Sast.) (2024). Supervīzija veselības aprūpē. Rīga: RSU
Additional Reading
1.
Koķe, T. (1999). Pieaugušo izglītības attīstība: raksturīgākās iezīmes. Rīga: Mācību apgāds NT
2.
Zabukovec, V. (2010). A model of the supervised practice of psychologists. Ljubljana: Univerza v Ljubljani, Filozoeska fakulteta
3.
Mārtinsone, K., Regzdiņa- Pelēķe, L. (Sast.). (2020). Personība un psiholoģiskā palīdzība Latvijā: (paš)pieredzes stāsti. Rīga: RSU
4.
Mārtinsone, K. (Sast.). (2021). Pašpalīdzības un pašvadības iespēju arsenāls krīzes un transformāciju laikā: metodes ikvienam. Rīga: RSU
5.
Krūmiņa, A.A., Mihailovs, I.J. (2020). Izglītības organizācijas pamatjautājumi un izglītošanās iespējas Latvijā. Rīga: NordLynx
6.
Dreifelde, I. (Sast.) (2023). Supervīzija. Biedrība "Latvijas Supervizoru apvienība"supervizoru pieredzes stāsti. Cēsis: "Sava grāmata"
Other Information Sources
1.
Latvijas Republikas Satversme
2.
Civillikums
3.
Darba likums
4.
Darba aizsardzības likums
5.
Dokumentu juridiskā spēka likums
6.
Fizisko personu datu aizsardzības likums
7.
Eiropas nacionālo supervizoru organizāciju asociācija
8.
Latvijas Supervizoru apvienība
9.
Nacionālā enciklopēdija. Šķirklis- supervīzija.