iHV Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor Development Programme  

Aim

To prepare health visitors with knowledge, skills, and confidence to effectively supervise, assess, and support the learning and professional development of SCPHN student health visitors – ensuring students meet the required proficiencies to safely and effectively begin their professional practice.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate leadership in SCPHN health visiting practice by fostering a positive learning culture and advocating for excellence in student education and professional development.
• Apply effective supervision and assessment strategies to support the professional development of SCPHN health visitor students – ensuring safe, evidence-based, and compassionate practice.
• Facilitate meaningful learning experiences that promote reflective practice, critical thinking, and the development of professional identity in SCPHN health visitor students.
• Integrate educational theory into practice to enhance the quality of SCPHN health visitor education, contributing  to the sustainability of the health visiting workforce.

3-day programme

The curriculum is divided into three units delivered over three days. All units must be completed to complete the programme.

• Unit 1 – Education Leadership in SCPHN Health Visiting Practice
• Unit 2 – Assessment and Supervision in SCPHN Health Visiting Practice
• Unit 3 – SCPHN Health Visitor Education, Learning and Development in Action

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Next iHV Hosted Events: 

Dates: 

• 8, 9 and 15 September 2026
• 10, 11 and 18 November 2026
• 2, 3 & 10 March 2027

Please note: All training dates listed are delivered virtually. Attendance on all three days is required to complete the programme.

Cost of places:

• £560 – iHV Member (membership number required for booking)
• £600 – Non-member

Information for Participants:

Download Information for Participants

How do I apply?

Complete the online Application Form