Reflective Supervision Self-Study Modules

Our 10 standalone self-study modules explain, explore, and extend learning and skills related to various components and facets of reflective supervision and the RIOS™.  

Designed to deliver current, evidence-based content in practical, small doses, these modules provide focused learning and companion resources that complement and expand upon our RIOS™ 1 and RIOS™ 2 online courses, as well as meet the professional development needs of reflective practitioners in any early childhood setting. For more on the benefits of reflective supervision, download our free e-book.

Each module has a recommended audience, but all modules are open to anyone who would like to participate. Participants who successfully complete a module receive a Certificate of Completion for three clock hours. Please note that access to modules is good for one year, starting on the date of registration. For more information, take a look at our series of Q & A blog posts with module authors.

If your organization wishes to pay by check, please email ceedregister@umn.edu.

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What to expect
These 3-hour self-study modules are:
  • authored by expert voices from across the United States.
  • framed with the needs of adult learners in mind, delivering content through readings, videos, and podcasts, and assessing knowledge through reflective responses and knowledge checks.
  • aligned with competency areas established and reviewed by the Alliance for the Advancement of Infant Mental Health and meet Endorsement® professional development requirements.

Explore the modules

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Wondering with Purpose: Reflection in Any Setting

Recommended audience: Decision maker, supervisor, practitioner

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Tackling the Elephants in the Room, Part 1

Recommended audience: Decision maker, supervisor, practitioner

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Tackling the Elephants in the Room, Part 2

Recommended audience: Decision maker, supervisor, practitioner

A Trail Guide for Your Journey: Receiving Reflective Supervision

Recommended audience: Decision maker, practitioner

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The Plot Thickens! Reflective Supervision for Groups

Recommended audience: Decision maker, supervisor

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The Domino Effect: Parallel Process in Reflective Supervision

Recommended audience: Decision maker, supervisor, practitioner

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Why You Matter: Professional Use of Self

Recommended audience: Supervisor

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Holding the Baby in Mind When We Are Dysregulated Ourselves

Recommended audience: Decision maker, supervisor, practitioner

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Hand in Hand: Joining Administrative, Clinical, and Reflective Supervision

Recommended audience: Decision maker, supervisor