Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)

Course Description Status: Approved

Course Description Version: 25/26.R.2.00

Description Period: 2025./26 academic year rudens semestris

Study Course Accepted: -

Study Course Description

Placement IV (Qualification Placement)

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
VPUPK_172
Branch of Science
Adult Pedagogy; Educational sciences
ECTS
24.00
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

To develop and improve the knowledge, skills and competence necessary for the profession of a supervisor in order to professionally use counseling methods and evaluation of results, in accordance with the needs of the supervisee / supervisee and the specifics of the professional environment, as well as basic professional and general ethics.

Preliminary Knowledge

Individual supervision, Counseling and problem solving methods in supervision, Group supervision, Intervention group, Team and organization supervision, Supervisor's personality qualities, Practice I, II, III.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.Compares and evaluates different concepts, types, forms and models of supervision; describes theories, models and methods of adult education in the context of supervision; defines and describes the supervision process, the result to be achieved and its evaluation individually / in a group / organization; describes and substantiates supervision methods and techniques for individual / group / organizational work; explains the need to improve the supervisee's professional difficulties, needs and resources individually / in a group / organization and plans the supervision process and the results to be achieved.

Individual work and tests

Case analysis presentation

Skills

1.Applies methods suitable for a person, group or organization in the supervision process, creating a creative, structured environment and based on adult education models; develops the self-esteem, analytical, self-reflection and self-regulation skills of the supervised persons, which help to solve professional problems independently; analyzes and evaluates the development and efficiency of the supervision process, draws up supervision documentation.

Individual work and tests

Practice minutes presentation

Competences

1.Independently organizes, administers and manages the supervision process at the individual / group / team / organization level, understanding the specifics of the professional environment and applying appropriate methods; independently draw up the documentation related to supervision, observing the employment legal relations, personal data protection and labor protection regulations; implements ethical responsibility in practice, understanding the potential impact of one's actions on an individual, group, team or organization.

Assessment

Individual work

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Arranging and conducting of supervision practices
-
-

Students organise supervision practices - individual supervision, group supervision, team supervision. Ascertaining the needs of the supervisory commissioning party. Agreement on objectives. Entering into a contractual contract with the Customer (in writing or orally). Planning of supervision examination periods. Selection of appropriate methods. Reflecting on the practice in the professional activity diary.

The group’s supervisions are carried out for students of RSU Bachelor’s study programmes who have started the placement (Nursing BAC programme, sports educators, etc.), thereby providing emotional support to students of BAC programmes when starting the placement, as well as promoting reflection skills when analysing their activities in practice.

Examination

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Practice minutes presentation
20.00% from total grade
Test

Students shall present the conduct of one supervision examination period by reflecting it in the minutes of placement (according to a given form). The minutes have been drawn up appropriately, are descriptive and allow the progress of the supervision examination period to be traced. It analyses the main milestones, justifies the methods chosen, references in the literature (drawn up in accordance with the requirements), issues for supervision on supervision have been formulated.
2.

Case analysis presentation
80.00% from total grade
10 points

All managed supervisory minutes have been submitted. Students shall prepare and present two case analyses, including an appropriate theoretical justification. The case analysis indicates the initial purpose/issue of the supervision; a brief description of the supervision (main turning points); supervisor contransference; parallel processes; analysed whether the purpose of the supervision was achieved (to justify, even if not achieved); what a result of the supervision. Case analysis is written in an easily understandable and professional language. The most important information gathered is logically arranged, reasoned and based on diverse literature. The text correctly designs references in the APA style.

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME
Part 1

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Initiation of independent supervised supervision practice. Contract closing. Supervision process and feedback. Protocol.
Description

Abstract:

students in the lecture are informed of the requirements for successful completion of the course. Principles of successful cooperation - contractual closure are discussed (clarification of objectives, selection of the format of supervision, negotiation of key principles of cooperation, etc.). Conducting the supervision process. Formulating questions for supervision on supervision. Basic principles for the provision of gainful links.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Initiation of independent supervised supervision practice. Contract closing. Supervision process and feedback. Protocol.
Description

Abstract:

students in the lecture are informed of the requirements for successful completion of the course. Principles of successful cooperation - contractual closure are discussed (clarification of objectives, selection of the format of supervision, negotiation of key principles of cooperation, etc.). Conducting the supervision process. Formulating questions for supervision on supervision. Basic principles for the provision of gainful links.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
Off site
Online
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Supervised practice - development of professional skills for managing supervision in different environments, individually and in a group. Practice supervision. Analysis of one's own activity, assessment of one's skills and competence. Case presentation. Discussion of the chosen theory and methods.
Description

Abstract:

students receive supervision of placement supervisors in classes. The group analyzes cases and finds answers to student questions about placement supervision. Classes use different forms of supervisions, use different interactive methods, natural elements
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
24.00
Contact hours:
64 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Defence (Placement)

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

Fleming, I., & Steen, L. (2012). Supervision and clinical psychology : Theory, practice and perspectives / edited by Ian Fleming and Linda Steen. (2nd ed.). Hove, East Sussex: Routledge. (akceptējams izdevums)

2.

Aasheim, L.L. (2012). Practical clinical supervision for counselors: an experiential guide. New York, NY: Springer. (akceptējams izdevums)

3.

Proctor, B. (2008). Group Supervision: A Guide to Creative Practice. (2nd ed.). London: SAGE Publications Ltd. (Jaunāks izdevums nav izdots)

4.

Thomas, F.N. (2013). Solution-focused Supervision. New York: Springer-Verlag.

5.

Pumpiņa, B. (Sast.). (2021.) Supervīzija izglītības vidē. Rīga: RSU

6.

Pumpiņa, B. (Sast.)(2024). Supervīzija veselības aprūpē. Rīga: RSU

7.

Sabella, S. A., Schultz, J. C., & Landon, T. J. (2020). Validation of a brief form of the supervisory working alliance Inventory. Rehabilitation Counseling Bulletin, 63(2)

8.

Rothwell, C., Kehoe, A., Farook, S. F., & Illing, J. (2021). Enablers and barriers to effective clinical supervision in the workplace: a rapid evidence review. BMJ open,11(9)

Additional Reading

1.

Carroll, M. (2014). Effective supervision for the helping professions. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE.

2.

Mārtinsone, K. (Sast.) (2010). Supervīzija un tās specifika mākslu terapijā. Rīga: Drukātava.

3.

Supervīzija sociālajā darbā. Supervizora rokasgrāmata. (2007). Rīga: Latvijas Universitāte

4.

Bite, I., Mārtinsone, K., & Sudraba, V. (Sast.). (2016). Konsultēšanas un psihoterapijas teorija un prakse. Rīga: Zvaigzne ABC

5.

Brūklene, U. (2023) Pedagogu dzīvesspēka kopsakarība ar profesionālās darbības noturību. LU

6.

Priekule, L. (2021). Organizācijas “Iespējamā misija” supervīziju pieredze skolotāju profesionālās kompetences attīstīšanā. [Maģistra darbs, Rīgas Stradiņa universitāte].

Other Information Sources

1.

Journal of Supervision

2.

Journal of Clinical Supervision

3.

Journal of Supervision and Training