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Table 1 Kadushin and Proctor’s models and the three functions of clinical supervision

From: Evaluation of an inter-professional training program for student clinical supervision in Australia

Kadushin (1960s – 1990s)

Proctor (1980s – 2000s)

Function

Common-use language in this project (2013)

Managerial, Administrative

Normative

Managerial, administrative and evaluative to ensure standards, policies, and procedures are implemented and adhered to. Performance assessment and management when problematic.

Accountability

Assessment

Educative

Formative

Professional development, teaching, and mentoring.

Learning style

Supportive

Restorative

Discussion to make sense of the emotional content of clinical practice so as to manage work-related stress.

Well-being

Self-care