Graduate Diploma in Supervision

The Graduate Diploma in Supervision is an Australian Association of Supervision recognised supervisor training program.

The Graduate Diploma in Supervision consists of 144 points comprised of:

1. Either DP8015S The Art of Supervision (48 points) or both DS8021J Individual Ministry Supervision (24 points) and DS9131J Peer and Group Supervision (24 points)

2. One of the following units:

• DP9068S The Practice of Supervision: Practicum (48 points)
• DP9331J or DS9331J Professional Supervision in the Field (48 points)

3. 48 points from the following units:

• DS9141J or DS9149J Supervision, Leadership and Reflective Practice (24 points)
• DS9061J or DS9069J Relational Psychodynamics (24 points)
• DP9017S Supervision in Spiritual Care using Critical Reflection (24 points)
• DP9010S Engaging Diversity: Reflection, Discernment, Formation (24 points)

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent. In addition, a person who applies for admission in the Graduate Diploma in Supervision may only be admitted if he or she a) has completed a Statement Supporting Enrolment Form and an interview with a Graduate Diploma in Supervision course advisor; and b) the course advisor certifies that the applicant:

1. has adequate experience of supervision as a supervisee
2. has a reference from a supervisor that indicates a capacity for self-awareness
3. has relevant life experience to undertake the award.

Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Supervision

1. have knowledge of advanced skills and processes of supervision within a theological, spiritual and ethical framework;
2. apply theological reflection and contextual awareness to the process of self-evaluation in order to assist others to realistically assess their professional practice;
3. apply a reasoned and coherent rationale for peer and group supervision in multi-disciplinary contexts;
4. assist individuals, organisations and communities to discover and implement new and relevant ways of practice;
5. apply the skills and processes of supervision in particular contexts (e.g. spiritual direction, chaplaincy, healthcare practice, pastoral ministry, education).