Diploma in Clinical Supervision

Equivalent to a Level 6

The Online Diploma in Clinical Supervision is a comprehensive part-time training, delivered over eight weekends, designed to equip you with the concepts, confidence and skills needed to qualify as a clinical supervisor and align your practice with the BACP Competence Framework for Supervision.

A key benefit of training with The Awareness Centre is the opportunity to access our online Supervision Placement programme. Available after the first three months of training, the placement supports students in gaining the required 20 hours of supervision practice, providing valuable real-world experience and helping to develop confidence and competence as a clinical supervisor.

This clinical supervision training is designed for qualified counsellors and psychotherapists. The course explores the seven-eyed model and cyclical approach to supervision, enabling you to work confidently as a supervisor online, via telephone and face-to-face with individuals and groups.

Both the training and supervision placement are delivered online, enabling students to qualify and gain their clinical supervision hours remotely. We therefore welcome participants from across the UK and Ireland, as well as from organisations that may be sponsoring course fees in full or in part, including hospices, clinics and agencies that provide clinical supervision.

The Diploma in Clinical Supervision is led by an excellent team of tutors in the field of counselling and psychotherapy. The lead tutor is Anna Bampou, and our expert visiting tutors include Prof. Windy Dryden, Dr Susie Orbach and Bonny Allyson.

Our next courses begin in September 2026, and we strongly encourage early enrolment to secure your spot.
Clinical Supervision Training

Clinical Supervision Training: Course Content Overview

Our Diploma in Clinical Supervision spans 16 days of learning, practising and reflecting, this makes up 100 guided learning hours. We cover everything a clinical supervisor would need, from key models of supervision and providing effective feedback to building relationships and working through resistance.

We focus on the importance of the supervisory relationship, developing a good working alliance with your supervisees and becoming more reflective and grounded in understanding risk and assessment. This course will align you with the BACP competence framework for supervision.

Upon completion of the course, if you are a BACP accredited therapist, you can apply to be listed on the BACP directory of supervisors.

You can see a full overview of the Diploma content here: 

Days 1 & 2

Models of supervision (seven-eyed model, cyclical model, functions of supervision) and role of the supervisor.

Days 3 & 4

Working with difference and diversity, exploring the cyclical model within skills practice. 

Days 5 & 6

Ethics and professional practice in supervision. 

Days 7 & 8

Theories of therapist development and how to adapt supervision style. 

Days 9 & 10

How to manage contracting, group dynamics, and managing group supervision 

Days 11 & 12

Reflective and restorative supervision, ethical and legal issues.

Days 13 & 14

Supervising different counselling models, supporting supervisees with case management and supervising open-ended therapy. 

Days 15 & 16

Deepening supervision practice, endings in supervision.

Clinical Supervision Course Assessment

All applicants study together under the same expert tutors to provide the most valuable experience possible.

Applicants must be two years post-qualification as a counsellor or psychotherapist and either accredited or eligible for accreditation with BACP, NCPS, or registered with UKCP.

Standard Assessment Criteria (for all applicants):
  • Assessment by tutors during the course
  • One written assignment of 3,500 words
  • Minimum 20 hours of group and/or individual logged supervision practice.
  • Live facilitation of a supervision session, assessed by self and peers
Academic Writing Assistance (optional)

TAC works with Ash Phipps to give students access to tuition in academic writing.

Ash Phipps has 10 years’ experience teaching study skills strategies to students who want to develop their writing skills and specialises in SpLDs (dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, ADD, Autism).

For any further questions and fees, please call 020 3051 8235 or email training@theawarenesscentre.com

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If you would like any further information, please contact the Training School team at training@theawarenesscentre.com or call 020 3051 8235.

Why Choose TAC Training School For Your Diploma In Clincial Supervision?

Training as a clinical supervisor is not just a professional milestone; it’s a transformative journey that empowers you to elevate your practice, nurture emerging talent, and uphold the highest standards of ethical care.

Amy Launder, a graduate of the TAC Diploma in Clinical Supervision and a visiting tutor for our Diploma in Integrative Counselling, shares why she chose to do her supervision training at The Awareness Centre Training School.

DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about the training process, our team is here to answer them – big or small. Don’t hesitate to call us!

Course Fees

Our courses can become oversubscribed, so we encourage early enrolment. Places on each intake will be offered to applicants on a first-come, first-served basis.

VIEW APRIL TERM DATES.

September 2026 – April 2026

16 days over 8 weekends

  • Dates: 12th September 2026 – 17th April 2027
  • Day: Saturday & Sunday
  • Time: 10:00 – 17:00
  • Location: Online
  • Fee: £2,175 inclusive of 20% VAT

ONLY 9 PLACES REMAINING – ENROL TODAY!

Applications close 31st July 2026

Please note dates are subject to change.

2026SaturdaySunday
Weekend 112 September13 September
Weekend 217 October18 October
Weekend 314 November15 November
Weekend 405 December06 December
2027December Holiday
Weekend 516 January17 January
Weekend 613 February14 February
Weekend 713 March14 March
Weekend 817 April18 April
Payment options
Full payment: Initial deposit of £350 required on course agreement. Balance payment £1,825. Total – £2,175.
Monthly payment: Initial deposit of £350 required on course agreement. 8 x monthly instalments of £268.75. Total –  £2,500. (This increased fee includes administration costs).

*All fees are inclusive of 20% VAT. Deposits are non-refundable. Your statutory rights remain unaffected and are detailed in the contract you will receive upon enrolment.

If you have any questions, give us a call to talk through course and payment plans on 020 3051 8235.

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If you would like any further information, please contact the Training School team at training@theawarenesscentre.com or call 020 3051 8235.

Diploma in Clinical Supervision: Course Entry Requirements

To apply you must:

  • Be a qualified counsellor or psychotherapist.
  • Have a minimum of 2 year’s post-qualification experience.
  • Be accredited or be eligible for accreditation with BACP, NCPS or an equivalent body or registered with UKCP.

Clinical Supervision Practice & Placements

A key advantage of studying the Diploma in Clinical Supervision at The Awareness Centre is the opportunity to gain your required clinical supervision hours through our dedicated in-house supervision placement programme. To successfully complete the diploma, you will need to accrue 20 hours of supervision practice. Many trainees achieve these hours by providing supervision within their private practice or workplace. However, we recognise that not all students have immediate access to supervisees, which is why we offer a structured supervision placement pathway to support your professional development.

Students can apply to join our Supervision Placement after completing the first three months of the course. This provides a valuable opportunity to work with supervisees in a professional setting, gain practical experience, build confidence as a supervisor, and develop the competencies required for effective clinical supervision.

You will also be required to undertake supervision of supervision throughout your placement and training. Your supervisor will support your development and sign off your clinical practice hours upon successful completion.

Our supervision placement is a significant benefit of training with The Awareness Centre, enabling students to gain meaningful, real-world supervisory experience while working towards their qualification.

Where does the clinical supervision course take place?

Both the Diploma in Clinical Supervision and our Supervision Placement are delivered entirely online. This enables students from all over the UK & Ireland to complete their training and gain their required clinical supervision hours remotely, providing greater flexibility and accessibility gives access to supervisees nationally, regardless of location.  

Your career as a Clinical Supervisor

Graduates of The Awareness Centre have successfully worked as clinical supervisors in the UK and abroad. They have either started working for The Awareness Centre as a supervisor within our NHS or Low Cost counselling services supervising our placement therapists or our Training School supervising our students. Some graduates have included supervision within their private practices or found employment within the private, public or charity sector. They have also gone on to work within other training schools and universities.

DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about the training process, our team is here to answer them – big or small. Don’t hesitate to call us!

Student Reviews

Our Diploma in Clinical Supervision students have provided some great feedback on what developing your supervision skills can be like with The Awareness Centre. Read about their experience at The Awareness Centre Training School.

So far, the experience has been positive. I have enjoyed the variety of teaching from two different teachers and have really enjoyed getting to know my peers. The information and course content has been really valuable.

C.S

I am very grateful to Helen Sutton for the way she facilitated the diploma in clinical supervision course. I found Helen to be extremely attentive to everyone in the room. She was careful to give space to those who weren’t always heard without shutting anyone else down. I appreciated her clarity around boundaries and her courage to stand by them when appropriate. I found Helen approachable and always willing to be open and authentic. I have learnt a great deal from the course content but I’d say my greatest learning has been gained through experiencing Helen as my tutor. Thank you!

C.W.

I am delighted to share my positive experience with The Awareness Centre’s Level 6 supervision course. From the onset, I have been thoroughly impressed with the course content, the professionalism of the tutors, and the overall learning environment.The tutors leading the Level 6 supervision course are knowledgeable and professional. Their expertise adds immense value to the learning experience, providing insights and practical guidance that enhance the course material. I appreciate their commitment to fostering an environment that encourages active participation and meaningful discussions.The course material itself is rich in information, offering a comprehensive understanding of supervision at a Level 6 standard. The content is thoughtfully curated, and I find it both stimulating and applicable to my professional development. The delivery of the course is well-structured, allowing for a seamless learning process.One aspect of the course that has significantly contributed to my growth is the interactive and engaging learning environment. The group dynamics, coupled with the open communication facilitated by the tutors, have created an atmosphere conducive to the best learning outcomes. I am genuinely looking forward to completing the course and applying my enhanced skills in my practice.Thank you to The Awareness Centre for providing a platform that truly facilitates growth and learning in the field of supervision.

Cila

The Tutors

Click on the profiles below to learn more about our clinical supervision tutors.

Anna Bampou

Anna Bampou – Lead Diploma Tutor

Bonny Allyson

Bonny Allyson – Diploma Tutor

Dr Susie Orbach

Dr Susie Orbach – Visiting Diploma Tutor

Windy Dryden

Prof. Windy Dryden – Visiting Diploma Tutor

Why You Should Train As A Clinical Supervisor

For counsellors and psychotherapists looking to elevate their careers and contribute meaningfully to the growth of their profession, undergoing training as a clinical supervisor enhances you to be an all-rounded practitioner. Working with supervisees within an organisation or private practice can be rewarding, especially as they start on the road to becoming a therapist, either as a student or whilst on placement, developing their skills and experience.

Train As A Clinical Supervisor

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If you would like any further information, please contact the Training School team at training@theawarenesscentre.com or call 020 3051 8235.