Supervisee
An individual receiving supervision from a qualified supervisor as part of their BACB certification fieldwork requirements. This is the formal term used in the supervisory relationship context.
Definition
A supervisee is the formal term used to describe an individual receiving supervision from a qualified supervisor as part of their BACB certification requirements. In practical usage, "supervisee" and "fieldwork trainee" are interchangeable — both refer to the person accruing fieldwork hours under supervision. The term supervisee is used more frequently in the context of the formal supervisory relationship and in official BACB documentation.
As a supervisee, you exist within a defined professional relationship that carries specific expectations and responsibilities. You are expected to come to supervision sessions prepared, to implement feedback from your supervisor, to maintain accurate records of your fieldwork activities, and to communicate proactively about any issues affecting your fieldwork. The supervisory relationship is collaborative, but your supervisor has the authority and responsibility to determine whether your work meets the standards required for certification.
A supervisor may oversee multiple supervisees simultaneously, each potentially on different certification pathways with different requirements. This means your supervisor is managing a portfolio of compliance obligations across their caseload. Being organized, responsive, and clear in your communications makes the supervisory relationship more effective for both parties. Supervisors who can rely on their supervisees to track their own progress, flag concerns early, and prepare for meetings are better positioned to provide the high-quality mentorship that makes fieldwork a genuinely developmental experience.
Why This Matters
The term supervisee is used specifically in the context of the supervisory relationship and formal BACB documentation. In practice, it is interchangeable with fieldwork trainee.
Examples
- A supervisor's caseload includes 4 supervisees across 2 clinic sites
- The supervisee is responsible for preparing an agenda before each supervision meeting
How ABA Fieldwork Tracker handles this
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