Group Facilitation and Group Counselling

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Group Facilitation and Group Counselling (COU206)

Synopsis

Group Facilitation and Group Counselling presents an active, multi-sensory approach to group counselling. It builds on Group Theory and Group Dynamics, and focuses on applying the therapeutic forces in the group process for group facilitation and counselling. The emphasis is on experiential learning of group facilitation and counselling through role-plays and other hands-on activities. Students also learn and practise group facilitation, leadership and counselling skills through conducting group sessions in their class.

Level: 2
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JULY

Topics

The theory behind the practice of group counselling
Overview of types of groups and approaches to group counselling
Therapeutic factors in groups
Forming a group: Pre-group stage
Initial stage of group development
Transition stage of group development
Working stage of group development
Ending stage of group development and handling issues in termination
Developing group leadership competence
The group counsellor as a person
The group counsellor as a professional
Dealing with ethical and professional issues in group counselling

Learning Outcome

Review different types of groups (B2)
Examine the theoretical bases for group counselling (B4)
Discuss therapeutic factors in the group process (B2)
Develop a framework for conceptualising group developmental stages and processes (B3)
Analyse group dynamics to identify professional issues and their implications for counselling (B4)
Apply theories in group counselling to plan appropriate intervention strategies (B3)
Demonstrate skills and techniques in leading groups (B3)
Appraise ethical and professional issues in group counselling (B4)
Develop intervention strategies to resolve conflicts and issues that may impede the group process (B3)
Examine one’s own effectiveness in leading groups (B4)