What does direct supervision require from a therapist?

Direct supervision requires the therapist to be present during the training of the individual they are supervising. This means that the supervising therapist actively engages in the training process, providing immediate feedback and guidance, ensuring that the trainee is performing techniques safely and effectively. This level of supervision fosters an environment where the trainee can learn firsthand the standards and practices of the profession, allowing for a higher quality of education and skill development.

The other options suggest varying degrees of supervision, but they do not fulfill the specific requirement of direct oversight during a training session. Being available via phone or being accessible in the clinic might be aspects of supportive supervision but do not replace the necessity of the supervising therapist physically being there to guide the trainee in real-time. Supervising work schedules may relate to managerial roles but does not pertain to the direct instructional and corrective interaction needed in a training context.