The course introduces experienced counsellors to training in supervision. Structured over 3 modules, it focuses on the tasks and processes of supervision at each stage of the relationship, eg beginnings (Module 1), middles (Module 2) and endings (Module 3).
Module 1:
Designed to support you to begin a supervisory relationship that can be developed and maintained, it will include understanding the role of supervisor and supervisee along with contracting to provide a framework for the relationship to begin, be held, and to end well. You will also experience working with the opportunities and challenges our differences bring.
Sessions: 03/10/25 (on-campus 09.30-15.30); 04/10/25 (online 09.30-12.30); 07/11/25 (on-campus 09.30-15.30); 08/11/25 (online 09.30-12.30)
Module 2:
You will explore how to make use of self in a generous and creative manner while enabling the supervisee to use supervision for their own exploration and discovery. You will consider challenges in the relationship, e.g. over/under involvement and rupture/repair, as well as adaptions for supervision online and in groups.
Sessions: 06/02/26 (on-campus 09.30-15.30); 07/02/26 (online 09.30-12.30); 06/03/26 (on-campus 09.30-15.30); 07/03/26 (online 09.30-12.30)
Module 3:
You will consider processes around review and evaluation and how to work together to end well in relation to individual sessions and the wider process, noticing and responding to the needs of supervisor and supervisee.
Sessions: 15/05/26 (on-campus 09.30-15.30); 16/05/26 (online 09.30-12.30); 12/06/26 (on-campus 09.30-15.30).
Through each module, learning will be supported through engagement in skills practice groups and peer groups. There is an expectation that participants will begin to practice supervision following the first pair of training days. As such, it is important that you will have identified 2 potential supervisees for 1-1 supervision and a supervisor for your practice, prior to the start of module 1. There will be an option to engage in additional practice for group supervision. If you would like to engage in this, you will need to identify a suitable group to practice with (8 hours min), and your supervisor needs to have some experience in working with groups. Please consider that as well as attendance on all training days, there is the additional time commitment for the supervision practice (16 hours min), peer group supervision (9 hours min), and supervision for supervision practice (4 hours min).
The certificate will be awarded following completion of coursework, practice hours and attending each of the training days.
**The following are essential entry requirements. Supporting evidence must be provided prior to being accepted onto the course:**
- Applicants will be qualified (at diploma level min) for a minimum of two years.
- Applicants will be currently practicing as counsellors/psychotherapists, having accrued 300 hours (min) of client work with a wide range of people.
- Applicants will provide a letter of support from their current supervisor specifying they hold the experience detailed above and with the supervisor stating they agree on the applicant’s readiness to become a supervisor and to their suitability for the course at this time.
**If you are unsure if you meet any aspect of the criteria please contact rachel.mcilree@strath.ac.uk to discuss**
Please forward supporting documentation within 5 days of registering to rachel.mcilree@strath.ac.uk. In the unlikely situation where someone cannot provide the essential supporting documentation, then a refund of the fee paid, less £50 non-refundable administration fee, will be provided.
Please see our website for full information, including the essential requirements for course progression.
The full course fee is £1,250 (Early Bird rate of £1,100 for registrations up to 15/08/25).
The fee is payable in 2 instalments: Full fee: £600 + £650; Early Bird: £450 + £650.
The first instalment is payable on registration. Registrants will receive a new payment link for the second instalment (due 31/01/26).