Keyword: Supervision

Peer supervision differs from more traditional forms of supervision in that it doesn't rely on the presence of a more qualified, identified expert in the process - a supervisor.

Peer supervision is rapidly becoming accepted as a credible form of supervision for health professionals and it addresses 2 of the key challenges for supervision in the health sector - the availability of skilled/trained supervisors and the resources (both time and money) that it takes to provide supervision for all those who need it.

Peer supervision can ensure that more people have access to more supervision in the organisation and this in turn impacts on the quality of service for clients.

With the increased focus on quality and accountability in the health and social services sectors, supervision is a recognised means of supporting safe, professional practice for practitioners. NZCMC provides specialist mentoring and supervision training to health and social service organisations.