Group Process and Support Skills
Categories: Social Services Support Worker (Professional)
About Course
- Understand the principles of group counselling, including stages of group development, leadership styles, and the role of the group facilitator in creating supportive and therapeutic environments.
- Develop practical skills in facilitating group sessions, managing group dynamics and conflicts, and fostering trust, participation, and effective communication among members.
- Apply and evaluate group counselling interventions through experiential learning, gaining confidence in co-leading, assessing, and improving group processes in mental health support settings.
Course Content
Lesson 1: Introduction to Group Counselling
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Introduction
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LO1: Define the purpose, principles, and types of group counselling
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LO2: Explain the benefits and challenges of group counselling in mental health settings
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LO3: Analyze the role of group counselling in supporting client growth and peer interaction
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Lesson 2: Theoretical Foundations of Group Work
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Introduction
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LO1: Identify major theories related to group counselling and group processes
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LO2: Explain how theoretical approaches influence group facilitation practices
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LO3: Compare different group counselling theories and evaluate their effectiveness in various settings
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Lesson 3: Stages of Group Development
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Introduction
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LO1: Describe the stages of group development and their characteristics
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LO2: Examine participant behaviors and interactions during each stage of group formation
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LO3: Apply group development theories to predict challenges and support healthy group progression
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Lesson 4: Roles and Responsibilities of the Group Facilitator
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Introduction
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LO1: Identify the key roles and ethical responsibilities of a group facilitator
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LO2: Explain leadership techniques used to guide productive group interactions
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LO3: Evaluate facilitator responses to different group situations and member needs
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Assessment I
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Assessment I
Lesson 5: Establishing Group Norms and Trust
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Introduction
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LO1: Define the importance of group norms, confidentiality, and trust in counselling groups
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LO2: Demonstrate strategies that encourage trust-building and respectful participation
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LO3: Develop group guidelines that promote safety, inclusion, and positive interaction
Lesson 6: Communication Skills in Group Settings
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Introduction
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LO1: Identify effective verbal and non-verbal communication techniques used in group counselling
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LO2: Demonstrate active listening, empathy, and feedback skills in group interactions
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LO3: Assess the impact of communication styles on group participation and cohesion
Lesson 7: Managing Group Conflict and Resistance
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LO1: Describe common causes of conflict and resistance within group settings
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LO2: Explain conflict resolution and de-escalation strategies used in group facilitation
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LO3: Apply problem-solving techniques to manage challenging group dynamics effectively
Lesson 8: Therapeutic Techniques in Group Work
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LO1: Identify therapeutic techniques commonly used in group counselling sessions
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LO2: Demonstrate appropriate use of therapeutic interventions to support group members
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LO3: Evaluate the effectiveness of different therapeutic techniques in achieving group goals
Assessment II
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Assessment II
Lesson 9: Co-facilitation and Leadership Styles
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LO1: Describe the concept of co-facilitation and various leadership styles in group counselling
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LO2: Compare leadership approaches and their influence on group functioning
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LO3: Collaborate with peers to demonstrate effective co-facilitation and leadership practices
