Evaluation of the impact of supervisory support on staff experiences of training. Issue 2 (1st April 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Koski, Katja; Martikainen, Kaisa; Burakoff, Katja; Vesala, Hannu; Launonen, Kaisa
• Is Part Of: Tizard learning disability review. Volume 19:Issue 2(2014)
• Page Start: 77
• Page End: 84
• Publication Date: 2014-04-01
• Subjects: Community -- Social inclusion -- Profound intellectual and multiple disabilities; Learning disabilities -- Periodicals; Learning disabled -- Periodicals; Social service -- Periodicals; 362.2
• DOI: 10.1108/TLDR-03-2013-0023
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1359-5474

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: – This paper aims to evaluate the role of the supervisor's support on the effectiveness of a communication training program targeted at staff members who work with individuals who have profound and multiple learning disabilities. Design/methodology/approach: – The aim was to explore which aspects of supervisory support influenced the staff members to participate in the programme and the results for the on-going effects of the training. Findings: – Staff members reported a need for more supervisory support to maintain the results of the training and to disseminate the new practices to non-trained staff. Originality/value: – Although supervisory support seems to benefit staff members during their participation in training programmes, even careful planning and execution of this support cannot ensure its continuation after the training is finished.