SPRn4467 Training and Supervision for Master Studies

Faculty of Social Studies
Spring 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/1/5. 5 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Karel Kosina (lecturer)
Mgr. Martina Křivánková, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Martina Křivánková, Ph.D.
Department of Social Policy and Social Work – Faculty of Social Studies
Supplier department: Department of Social Policy and Social Work – Faculty of Social Studies
Timetable
Tue 18:00–19:40 P52
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
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Abstract
The aim of the course is to support the student’s development into a critically reflective professional who integrates theoretical concepts with the realities of social work and, through the supervisory process, consciously strengthens their professional identity and resilience.
Learning outcomes
Within professional practice and supervision, students develop the ability to critically examine their own practice through the lens of advanced theories, moving beyond the level of merely carrying out routine tasks toward the conscious, conceptual shaping of professional support. They learn to assess clients’ stories in depth, uncover their internal dynamics, and, on this basis, select interventions that are ethically defensible even in ambiguous situations.
Key topics

The professional placement is carried out on the basis of the student’s individual choice of workplace and supervisor. Any contractual relationship between the student and the host organization is governed by the provisions of the Civil Code and is established without the legal involvement of the Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University. The schedule and content of the placement are arranged directly by the student with the designated supervisor at the placement site.

It is essential that the student is supported by a practice instructor who is qualified to perform social work. If the student encounters difficulties during the placement, they may immediately contact the departmental coordinator of student placements.
Study resources and literature
    required literature
  • PAYNE, Malcolm. How to use social work theory in practice : an essential guide. First published. Bristol: Policy press, 2020, xiv, 272. ISBN 9781447343776. info
  • HAVRDOVÁ, Zuzana and Martin HAJNÝ. Praktická supervize : průvodce supervizí pro začínající supervizory, manažery a příjemce supervize. Praha: Galén, 2008, 213 s. ISBN 9788072625321. info
  • THOMPSON, Sue. The critically reflective practitioner. Edited by Neil Thompson. 1st pub. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan, 2008, xi, 183. ISBN 9780230573185. info
    recommended literature
  • MATOUŠEK, Oldřich. Encyklopedie sociální práce. Edited by Alois Křišťan. [Brno: Masarykova univerzita. Středisko pro pomoc studentům se specifickými nároky, 2013, 1 online. URL info
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching

Supervision sessions are delivered in a blended format—either in person at the Faculty of Social Studies or online via Zoom—according to the information provided in the IS MUNI system. The dates are scheduled in advance in the information system or, where applicable, arranged individually with the supervisor. The duration of supervision is set at 50 minutes for an individual student, 75 minutes for a pair, and 100 minutes for a group of three. Students choose for themselves whether to register for group or individual supervision. Each student is required to complete one supervision session per semester. Supervision may be completed during the placement or after its completion, including during the examination period.

The course consists of completing a professional placement of 80 hours, accompanied by supervision.

Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements

No compulsory ongoing assignments are required within the course. However, the student is obliged to ensure the timely submission of all administrative documents arising from the professional placement and supervision (Protocol on Acceptance of the Student for Professional Placement, Record of the Implementation of Professional Placement at the Master’s level, Practice Log, and potentially also Confirmation of Completion of Placement and Supervision by the employer). Emphasis is placed on carefully observing the prescribed submission deadlines.


Conditions for successful completion of the course:

  • Protocol on Acceptance of the Student for Placement – signed by all parties (one copy is archived at the department; submission is arranged with the coordinator of student placements).

  • Professional Placement – completion of 80 hours per semester.

  • Supervision Seminar – mandatory and active participation in one seminar.

  • Record of the Implementation of Professional Placement – completed form to be submitted via the IS MUNI submission system by the end of the examination period.

  • Practice Log – scanned form to be submitted via the IS MUNI submission system.


Language of instruction
Czech
Further Comments
Study Materials
The course is taught each semester.
Teacher's information
https://is.muni.cz/auth/el/fss/jaro2023/SPRn4467/index.qwarp
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2019, Spring 2020, Autumn 2020, Spring 2021, Autumn 2021, Spring 2022, Autumn 2022, Spring 2023, Autumn 2023, Spring 2024, Autumn 2024, Spring 2025, Autumn 2025.
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