COED 614: Group Counseling Theories and Techniques
Prerequisites: COED 610 and COED 611 or faculty approval
Credit Hours: (3) Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory
Introduction to small group counseling. Didactic and experiential learning in group theory and practice. Involves group participation to develop self awareness, acceptance, and effective interpersonal skills.
Detailed Description of Content of Course
1. Basic group procedures
2. Stages of Group
3. Legal and Ethical Issues of Group
4. Theories of Group Counseling
5. Cultural Diversity
6. Tasks of the Group Leader
7. Evaluation of Groups
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
Lecture/Lab - students practice group skills by participating in group under supervision, class projects, demonstrations
Goals and Objectives of the Course
1. To develop students understanding of importance of groups.
2. To develop students understanding of stages of groups.
3. To develop students understanding of how to plan and initiate groups.
4. To develop students understanding of various types of groups.
5. To develop students understanding of leadership tasks and skills.
6. To develop students understanding of theories of group counseling.
7. To develop students understanding of how to write a proposal for a group.
Assessment Measures
Other Course Information
None
Review and Approval
April 1999 Revised