This Programme is underpinned by a student-centred philosophy of adult learning with a core valuing of transformative learning. This value underpins all components of the programme - assessment processes, course delivery, experiential and interactive teaching delivery styles, lecturer-student interactions, skill development and theory to practice integration. This philosophy fosters relationships and environments that nurture the development of health and social services scholarship and wisdom for practice. NMIT supports the belief that the best learning opportunities for students in postgraduate study are those which: Are flexible, responsive and always in the direction of the student as an independent learner Are informed by respect and care Challenge students and academic staff members to view the world in different ways to expand their vision Give students the tools to develop/enhance a professional identity which is earned, ethical and values difference Teaching and learning at the postgraduate level recognises students as adult learners and colleagues. It is understood that knowledge is something that is created dialogically. NMIT provides an environment where lecturers and students engage with each other and students enrich their learning through opportunities to share ideas and experiences with each other as groups of inter-disciplinary practitioners. The delivery promotes reflective learning in relation to shared experiences and motivates students to develop enthusiasm for interdependent and independent study.

This programme will appeal to learners wishing to become a professional supervisor to others in their profession or to enhance their skills in a management position in any professional field. It is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health, education, social practice and management.

Further studies in the area of supervision.

Applicants must have: A Bachelor's Degree or a Graduate Certificate or Diploma in a similar subject or relevant skills and knowledge acquired through appropriate work or professional experience. Applicants who are unable to evidence that they meet Academic entry requirements, but who can demonstrate acquired skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience in a similar area, may be approved for alternative entry by the Curriculum Manager (or delegate). If English is not the applicant's first language, applicants will need to provide evidence from: An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall academic score of at least 7.0 (with at least 7.0 in each band) from a single test issued within the last two years OR A test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Table OR Achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements. If English is not the applicant's first language, applicants will need to provide evidence from: An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall academic score of at least 7.0 (with at least 7.0 in each band) from a single test issued within the last two years OR A test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Table OR Achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements. Applicants are required to: ? Provide evidence of a minimum of two years post qualifying experience in their professional field of practice (or the equivalent as approved by the Curriculum Manager). ? Supply the names and contact details of two professional referees.