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SUPERVISION

Supervision in regional and multi-site systems is more than just an accreditation tick-box. It is the key enabler of a training program's sustainability. Supervision must be actively coordinated to draw on the available expertise, which can involve a combination of local staff, visiting staff, and remote supervision methods.

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Providing positive supervisory experience is linked to higher satisfaction, improved learning outcomes, and improved retention. To achieve this, supervisors must be provided time, resources, and systems that enable them to continue to balance teaching alongside patient care. Supervision is most effective when it is deliberately designed, actively supported, and continuously refined to meet the needs of both trainees and services.

MODELS

Every individual supervisor plays a critical role. A small number of committed clinicians can enable training and create supportive environments. Their contribution extends beyond clinical oversight to mentorship, guidance, and career support.

 

There are a range of models available to consider when establishing a supervisory team to support a trainee including local, blended, and digitally-enhanced​ models of delivery.

Local Supervision

This is the most traditional model of supervision. It involves having the required number of supervisors available in-person at the clinical school.

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Some articles are available below that highlight the pros and cons of local supervision in other healthcare fields:

SUPPORT CHECKLIST

To ensure sustainability, supervisors require support systems such as continued training, workload protection, and more.

 

Click on the button to access a checklist that you can use to guide your implementation of supervisor supports. 

1. References go here, in Vancouver format.

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