Abstract
Background: Clinical supervision has gained wide recognition in recent years as an essential component of a practitioner's continuing professional development. However, confusion exists in professional literature regarding the most effective models, styles, processes and methods of clinical supervision.
Aim: This article outlines the elements required to establish and sustain an effective clinical supervision arrangement for health professionals, based on current evidence and the author's expert opinion.
Conclusion: A set of practical strategies are proposed to assist practitioners to establish an ongoing, effective clinical supervision partnership.