Why Join?

Why Join?

Why have your Supervisor Training Program Recognised by AAOS?

  • To ensure the quality of your training program/s is in line with industry standards.
  • Have the quality of your supervision training assured for people seeking supervision training.
  • Promotion of your training and professional development (where applicable) to a wide audience of potential supervisors, associate supervisors, and full supervisor members.
  • Place your training program in the forefront for those seeking supervision training.
  • To be part of a network of those seeking to define and further the profession of supervision throughout Australasia.
  • Use of the AAOS registration logo in your promotional material.
  • Opportunities to meet with others engaged in providing supervision training. 

RSTP Registration Fees

CategoryFee
1.Theory & Practice (Full Program)$440 per annum
2.Theory Only$440 per annum

Registration Options

Category 1

Theory and Practice (Full Program)

For a full program recognition, the content of a supervisory training program must contain the following elements:

  • 72 hrs of supervisory theory including a variety of models of supervision, and a minimum of 25/30 hrs of experiential learning. (Experiential learning must include creative learning such as role plays, discussions, practice groups with fellow group participants, modelling by trainers, using audio-visual resources, feedback activities, using creative methods).
  • Minimum of 15 hrs of supervision on supervisory practice by a qualified external Supervisor during/post training (NOT a trainer)
  • Evidence of 80 hours of supervisory practice provided over a minimum of two years during and/or post supervisory training.

Note: Documentation will be required for all of the above.   

Note: Depending on participant experience prior to training, graduates may need to complete further requirements before acceptance to full supervisory membership with AAOS – please see Supervisor Membership requirements. 

Note: In addition, an outline of the content of the supervisory training program must include a clear statement of:  

  • Philosophy underpinning the program 
  • Learning Outcomes   
  • Appropriate Student Competencies
  • Trainer Credentials 

Category 2

Theory Only

For a ‘Theory Only’ recognition, the content of a supervisory training program must contain the following elements:  

  • 72 hrs of supervisory theory including a variety of models of supervision, and a minimum of 25/30 hrs of experiential learning. (Experiential learning must include creative learning such as role plays, discussions, practice groups with fellow group participants).

Note: In addition, an outline of the content of the supervisory training program must include a clear statement of:

  • Philosophy underpinning the program 
  • Learning Outcomes   
  • Appropriate Student Competencies
  • Trainer Credentials 

Note: Documentation will be required for all of the above.   

Note: Depending on participant experience prior to training, graduates may need to complete further requirements before acceptance to full supervisory membership with AAOS – please see Supervisor Membership requirements. 

Further Information

  1. During the participant’s training period they may apply to become a member of AAOS as an Associate Member (see requirements).
  2. Trainers and Supervisors in the training program may also take up membership of AAOS at the appropriate level.
  3. The fee for recognition of a training program recognised by AAOS is $440.00 per annum.
  4. Training Programs must register each year with full documentation.
  5. Audits are carried out regularly to ensure standards.  
  6. Any change in training standards will be communicated directly to training organisations with a transition period. 
We acknowledge First Nations Peoples across the many lands where our members engage in supervision. We respect their deep enduring connection to Country and culture, and honour their Elders past, present and emerging.