a handbook for supervising allied health professionals - HETI - NSW ...

THE SUPERGUIDE
Governance for clinical supervision
In addition to structures and support within Local Health Districts, there are a number
of organisations involved in the governance of clinical supervision for allied health
professionals and in developing training and resources to support supervision.
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Professional boards: In July 2010, national registration for some allied health professions
replaced state registration. Pharmacists, physiotherapists, podiatrists, psychologists and
(from July 2012) occupational therapists and medical radiation scientists must comply
with the requirements of their respective boards to achieve general registration. For some
professions minimum continuing professional development activities/hours are required
which may also include a specified number of hours devoted to clinical supervision. It
should be noted however professional board requirements for supervision to maintain
registration are not uniform across disciplines and individuals must check their individual
registration requirements. If an allied health professional is unfit to practice, the relevant
registration board must be notified. This is an infrequent process that is guided by local
policies and involves the Director/Manager of Workforce, the Director of Allied Health
and the District Chief Executive.
Non-registered health professionals: In NSW, non-registered health practitioners are
required to comply with the NSW Government Code of Conduct for Non-Registered
Health Professionals.
Professional associations: Discipline-specific professional associations may also have
guidelines regarding specific supervision requirements and competency standards for
their profession.
NSW Health: There are a number of NSW Health policies which are applicable to
the professional practice of allied health professionals. For more information go to
www.health.nsw.gov.au.