COUN 6632 - Group Counseling

The course addresses major concepts, theoretical perspectives, professional issues, and skills related to effective group counseling. In this class, students will explore the functions of group counseling in meeting clients' needs. Emphases will be placed on principles of group counseling and on the development of group membership and leadership skills by participation in class role plays and in an experiential group. Additionally, students will learn about group work with multicultural or diverse clients. Issues pertaining to group leadership, ethics, and work with special populations will also be addressed. 3 credits.