L.SCP 643 - Group Methods

Credits: 3

This course is designed to develop skills in order to facilitate groups for specific problem issues and developmental needs primarily targeted for school-aged populations. The history of group counseling as a medium for delivering intervention and prevention services will be presented. Research will also be reviewed, which supports specific outcomes, the economics of group counseling and the role of group counseling in the broader continuum of education based services. Students will primarily use role-play and class discussion as a means for developing knowledge and skills.

Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None