A14. Approaches that combine elements of both output- and input-based approaches might be constructed by the IFAC member body. Input units might be considered as contributing to the professional competences being measured. Achievement of particular competences might either be used to verify input, or in some cases replace a portion of the input requirement.
Practical Experience Supervision and Monitoring (Ref Para 17-20)
A15. A practical experience supervisor is a professional accountant who is responsible for directing, advising, and assisting aspiring professional accountants in acquiring sufficient practical experience. Practical experience supervisors can represent an important link between aspiring professional accountants and IFAC member bodies. They may be responsible for planning the practical experience period, and provide guidance to aspiring professional accountants. In some environments practical experience supervisors may also provide mentoring support to aspiring professional accountants. IFAC member bodies may provide training for practical experience supervisors, and put in place both assistance and quality control programs.
A16. Practical experience supervisors may be assisted in performing the monitoring function by others, some of whom may not be professional accountants. 8