Supervising Higher Degree Trainee Psychologists in a Regional, Rural and Remote Context

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This Masterclass is designed for psychologists who provide supervision to higher degree students while on placement and need to keep abreast of the APAC & AHPRA requirements, and their role as the supervisor. This workshop will focus on the requirements of the higher degree program for all two-year Masters programs (Endorsement pathway) and one-year Masters programs (5+1 pathway). This workshop also aims to provide supervisors with knowledge and methods for the effective evaluation of the student competencies while on placement and will include practical tasks to increase their skill and confidence in providing critical feedback to students. There will be a focus on supervising higher degree students in the rural and remote context.

After completing this Masterclass you will:

• Understand the current higher degree program requirements and learning context
• Understand context, including placement factors, supervision and stages of learning
• Be able to assess competencies within the context of placement number/learning stage
• Be able to consider the different needs of a placement in a regional, rural and remote context