Measurement Informed Supervision: Tools for Growth, Reflection and Accountability

Supervision is one of the most effective ways to improve clinical practice and organizational outcomes, yet it is often underutilized as a space for reflection, accountability, and implementation support. This session introduces measurement-informed supervision as a framework that equips supervisors to integrate outcome data into reflective conversations and staff development. Drawing on research in measurement-based care (MBC), relational-cultural theory, and reflective supervision, participants will learn how to transform supervision from routine case review into a collaborative process that fosters reflective practice, strengthens accountability, and supports implementation of evidence-informed approaches in everyday work.

The session combines lecture, case examples and small-group discussion to build participants’ confidence in using outcome data relationally within supervision. Topics include the rationale for incorporating MBC into supervision, strategies for aligning data with staff learning goals and connecting them to client outcomes, and tools for embedding reflection and accountability into supervision practices. Relational-cultural supervision principles will be emphasized to ensure that data discussions enhance trust, connection, and mutual growth rather than feeling evaluative or judgmental. Participants will leave with practical tools, including reflection prompts and supervision questions to support integration of measurement-informed supervision in their own settings.

Learning Outcomes

At the conclusion of this training, you will be able to:

• Explain the role of outcome data in reflective supervision and staff development.
• Apply Relational Cultural Theory (RCT) principles to strengthen the supervisory relationship when using data.
• Use measurement-informed tools and strategies to enhance supervisee growth, reflection, and accountability within supervision practice

Delivery Method
Synchronous interactive distance (live virtual)

Cost
$30

Credit Hours
1.5 (ACE)

Accreditation

University of Kentucky College of Social Work, Provider # 1377, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/29/25-9/29/28. Social workers completing this course receive 1.5 general continuing education credits.

Instructor

Dr. Carmen Rickman, DSW, LCSW-C

Dr. Carmen Rickman, DSW, LCSW-C, is the Evaluation Manager at the Center for Adoption Support and Education and an Adjunct Instructor at the University of Kentucky. She is a licensed clinical social worker and a Board-approved supervisor with experience in program development, implementation, and evaluation across behavioral health and child welfare systems. Her work focuses on advancing trauma-informed, data-driven practices that improve service delivery and outcomes for children, families, and communities.

Dr. Rickman owns a private practice that focuses on working with adults healing from trauma and adverse childhood experiences. She has presented nationally and internationally on program evaluation, measurement-based care, and trauma-informed systems change. With experience spanning direct clinical practice, evaluation, and interdisciplinary collaboration, Dr. Rickman is dedicated to bridging the gap between research and practice to enhance systems of care.

How to Claim Credit
You must sign in and out of the training, attend the training in its entirety and complete the evaluation.

Cancellation/Refund Policy
If this course is canceled, you will be contacted and given the option of a full refund, or course credit to be used within 1 year.

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Questions
Contact Christina.Krantz@uky.edu with any questions regarding this course, registration assistance or to request accommodations.