HS 218B Group Processes B

Lecture Hours: 1
Credits: 1

Provides experiential group training designed for actual experience with the power of group process. Provides opportunities to learn about leadership, group stages, rules and norms as well as self-disclosure, roles and group skills. Second course in a three-term sequence.

Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Human Services program; and HS 218A with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Recommended: Concurrent enrollment in HS 284 - HS 288.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify personal strengths and weaknesses in the group process.
Identify the role of the group leader.
Establish group goals and norms.
Engage in giving and receiving effective feedback and support.
Identify transition and working group stages and functions.

Content Outline

Transition and Working Stages
- Creating therapeutic relations
- Theme identification
- Coping with resistance
- Developing cohesion
Evaluation