Course Syllabus

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Fall 2021 Syllabus.pdf

 

Course Description:

This course offers a comprehensive study of the dynamics operating in groups and families including the identification of healthy versus dysfunctional groups/families; methods of intervention, and techniques of facilitation treatment groups.

 

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate the knowledge of the basic ingredients of a successful helper.

Recognize aspects of how to lead groups

Explore key ingredients for successful helper

Learn basic structures of group formation

Explore the beginning, middle and end stages of group

Explore techniques use to work with individuals and families

Identify the Impact of Values, Ethics and Legislation

Explore the impact of diversity with groups

 

Course Content

  • Underlying Assumptions About People, Groups and Group Counseling

  • Group Formation

  • Preparing for Group Practice

    Engaging Other Professionals in Developing the Group

    Group Composition, Timing, and Structure

    Group Member Selection

  • The Beginning Phase with Groups

  • The Middle Phase of Group Counseling
  • Working with the Individual in the Group

  • The Impact of Diversity on Group Practice

Textbook:

No textbook for the class: PowerPoints assignments are referenced from  Dynamics and Skills of Group Counseling Edition 1 by: Lawrence Shulman and The Skilled Helper by G. Egan and R. Reese.

Important Notes:

 

Any student needing accommodations should inform the instructor. Students with disabilities who may need accommodations for this class are encouraged to notify the instructor and contact the Disability Resource Center (DRC) early so that reasonable accommodations may be implemented as soon as possible. All information will remain confidential.

Academic dishonesty and plagiarism will result in a failing grade on the assignment. Using someone else's ideas or phrasing and representing those ideas or phrasing as our own, either on purpose or through carelessness., is a serious offense know as plagiarism, harassment, etc.

 

Course Summary:

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