Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision
Social Services
A course by
NMIT
Gain advanced supervisory skills for professional roles in health, social work, human resources, and education with this postgraduate certificate.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Nelson, Nelson
It will take a total of 20 weeks


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Develop advanced clinical and professional supervision skills
Graduate with the ability to supervise others effectively in a professional workplace context, supporting staff and service delivery.

Apply theory to advanced supervision
Confidently employ theoretical foundations for skilled and accountable supervision practices.

Reflective practice in supervision
Demonstrate advanced skills in reflective practice for personal and professional growth, self-awareness, and ethical supervision decision-making.
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision equips professionals with advanced supervision and reflective practice skills needed to supervise others effectively in workplace settings. The programme is designed with a flexible blended delivery, supporting practitioners from diverse locations. Emphasis is placed on theoretical foundations, practical application in supervision, and evidence-based reflective practice, aimed at current or aspiring supervisors in health, social work, education, and human resource sectors.
Course Content
- Theoretical foundations of professional supervision
- Reflective practice methodologies
- Ethical and competent supervisory practice
- Supervision in practice (block course workshops)
- Accountability and development in professional settings
What you need to know first
Bachelor’s Degree or Graduate Certificate or Diploma in a similar subject, or relevant professional experience.
Alternative entry available with evidence of skills for tertiary study in a similar area as approved.
English language proficiency: IELTS overall academic score of at least 7.0 (with at least 7.0 in each band) or acceptable equivalent.
Minimum two years post-qualifying experience in a professional field of practice.
Names and contact details of two professional referees.

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Social Services
Health
Human Resources
Education

Future employment opportunities might be
Professional supervisor
Private supervision practitioner
Advanced roles in health, social work, education, and HR


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