This an ICHAS course delivered by ICHAS at Griffith College Dublin.
Advance your career by developing the expertise to lead, support, and supervise others in health and social care settings.
Delivered by ICHAS at Griffith College, this course equips you to become a confident, reflective, and effective clinical supervisor.
The Clinical Supervision in Professional Practice programme builds your ability to think critically, integrate research into practice, and respond flexibly to the demands of modern care environments. You’ll strengthen your skills in reflective practice, leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration—helping you support both individuals and teams more effectively.
Through a strong focus on real-world application, you’ll learn to bridge theory and practice, enhancing the quality of care and professional standards within your organisation. The programme supports your development towards expert-level supervision within holistic, client-centred care models.
Designed for working professionals, the course is delivered part-time through a flexible blend of online and in-person learning. On completion, you’ll earn a QQI Level 9 Minor Award (30 ECTS) and be well positioned to progress towards professional accreditation or further study, including a Master’s in Clinical Supervision.
| Course Location | Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 8 |
| Course Category | Counselling & Psychotherapy, Health Care |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Award / Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Course Duration | 1 Year Full Time / 2 Years Part Time |
| Course Time | The programme can be completed on a full-time basis over one year or on a part-time basis over two years. The programme uses a blended learning approach. Timetables will be made available closer to the course start date. Please contact ichas@griffith.ie for further information. |
| Course Fee | 2850 |
| Entry Requirements | The knowledge, skills, and competence required to successfully participate in and complete this Level 9 programme will normally require applicants to have successfully achieved a Level 2:2 award in a relevant Level 8 degree. Those who have completed other relevant educational programmes or have relevant professional experience etc., where Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) and Acquired Prior Learning (APL) can be applied to the programme by submission of programme content, qualification, and assignments equivalent to an appropriate Level 8 award at an Honours 2:2 standard, can also be considered. Applicants will normally have a minimum of two years of experience in areas of relevant practice such as a helping or caring role, or related leadership or teamwork role. This could include experience gained in helping roles within undergraduate studies. All applicants are required to be over 23 years of age and will be required to complete the Garda vetting procedure and all applicants will be subject to the College’s ‘Fitness to Practice’ policy, which is set out in detail in the Programme Handbook and on the website. These arrangements are in accordance with the National Vetting Bureau Acts 2012-2016 which species a statutory requirement for all learners on programmes that include placements. |
| Career Path | On successful completion of the programme, your qualification is awarded by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). QQI is one of the principal Irish awarding body for 3rd level education in Ireland and sets the standards for awards on the NFQ. Because this programme is both validated and awarded by QQI, the Award you receive is recognised in Ireland and internationally. The programme will facilitate graduates of programmes in relevant disciplinary areas who wish to study towards and meet professional accreditation requirements for clinical supervision as well as provide leaders in professional practice who are capable of engaging with and initiating necessary professional discourse at policy levels. Clinical Supervision can assist professionals involved in supporting professions engaged in a range of activities to optimise their functioning and effectiveness in areas such as individual recovery, wellbeing in health and human science disciplines and also at policy and preventative levels in terms of public health models, thus enriching the lives of individuals and communities. |
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