Module Descriptors
SUPERVISION TRAINING AND STAFF DEVELOPMENT
OASS50557
Key Facts
Faculty of Arts and Creative Technologies
Level 5
15 credits
Contact
Leader:
Email:
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
  • CRITICAL ANALYSIS weighted at 50%
  • FIELD WORK weighted at 50%
Module Details
Module Indicative Content
This module aims to enable students to develop professional competence and experience in the supervision, training and staff development of volunteer and paid staff in youth work and ministry in and beyond Christian settings. It begins with an introduction to the concept of staff development which includes a critical review of appraisal and competency-based assessment. Models of supervision are then introduced with explanation of the techniques of both managerial and non-managerial approaches. During the module, students are given opportunity for on-going practice of supervision techniques. Consideration is given to the purposes and practices relevant to the recruitment, selection and induction of paid and voluntary staff. Theories of motivation are introduced and applied in the context of the management of youth work and ministry staff teams. A range of approaches to training are considered in the light of theories about how people learn, develop their skills and may be empowered. Methods in the design, delivery and evaluation of training programmes are explored and opportunity is given for peer feedback on training practice. The theory and practice of team work and team management is considered and theological reflections are offered on the use of employees and volunteers in Christian youth ministry.
Module Learning Strategies
150 hours, of which will 36 include interactive lectures, seminars, training workshops, group discussions and exercises and the rest independent study. Interactive lectures will involve a combination of brainstorming, presentations, role play and other interactive teaching methods.
Module Texts
Brown, A (November 2001 edition) Supervision, Published in Youthwork Magazine
Hawkins, P. & Shohet, R. (1989) Supervision in the Helping Professions. Open University Press.
Hughes, L & Pengelly, P (1998) Staff Supervision in a Turbulent Environment, London, Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Module Resources
On-site library and internet access to Staffordshire University Library
PCs providing access to e-mail, the internet, word processing, etc.
Rooms with access for disabled students, and suitable for group work
Module Additional Assessment Details
Assignment (1): 2200 word critical analysis of the student's experience in the role of supervisor within the placement organisation.
(Learning Outcomes 1, 5)
Assignment (2): Field work - 3rd Practice Assessmen (Learning Outcomes 2, 3, 4)