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Group Process Module Overview

This document provides information on the "Group Process" module taken in the 2nd year of the Bachelor of Arts in Holistic and Counselling Psychology programme. The 10 ECTS credit module is mandatory and aims to facilitate personal growth through experiential learning in a group setting. Students will develop an understanding of group dynamics and processes, learn to constructively confront others, and identify how group experiences impact personal and professional development. Assessment involves submitting a 2,000 word assignment reflecting on learning and growth within the context of the group. The module involves 30 contact hours across various topics like group development stages and 30 hours of independent study.

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Group Process Module Overview

This document provides information on the "Group Process" module taken in the 2nd year of the Bachelor of Arts in Holistic and Counselling Psychology programme. The 10 ECTS credit module is mandatory and aims to facilitate personal growth through experiential learning in a group setting. Students will develop an understanding of group dynamics and processes, learn to constructively confront others, and identify how group experiences impact personal and professional development. Assessment involves submitting a 2,000 word assignment reflecting on learning and growth within the context of the group. The module involves 30 contact hours across various topics like group development stages and 30 hours of independent study.

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MODULE TITLE: GROUP PROCESS CODE: BAHCP_207

Programme Stage: 2 Semester Number: N/a


ECTS Credits: 10 NFQ Level: 7
Module Status: Mandatory X Elective Group Elective

Co-ordinator: Audrey Henshaw, Ethna Quigley Date August 2014

PRE-REQUISITE LEARNING: CO-REQUISITE MODULE(S):


N/a N/A
AIM(S)
 To facilitate a deepening of each group members personal process through experiential learning in
the live group
 To establish a safe and challenging group environment and learn how to confront others in a
constructive manner
 To engage with group process and identify group dynamics in the here and now
 To expand learners theoretical knowledge of group development
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
1. Demonstrate awareness of personal process within the context of group experience
2. Relate understanding of interpersonal learning and relationships and group as a whole
3. Outline stages of group development
4. Recognise the impact of group process on personal and professional development
5. Demonstrate a willingness to work through conflicts rather than avoid them
Teaching & Learning Strategies

As per Diploma Year 3


OPERATIONAL DETAILS

Modal/Delivery Status: Full-Time: Part-Time: X Distance Learning:


Delivery Schedule Refer to timetable
Total Contact Hours (per Module) 30 hours
Learner Independent Learning Workload 170 hours
SYLLABUS
Indicative Content %
1. Evolution of a group – Gerald Corey DVD, Schutz, W.J., Fundamental Interpersonal 20
Relationship Orientation Model (FIRO)
2. Group Process – Examine and recognise the value of dealing with conflict situations. 60
Explore patterns of defensiveness. Identify family re-enactment in groups. Promote
group cohesion and further development of group norms.
3. Reflect on self and interpersonal relationships and the group process 20

Total Percentage 100

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MODULE ASSESSMENT COMPONENTS
Type of Assessment Detail of Assessment Outcome % of Assessment
Addressed Total Date (week)
Learners are required to submit a 2,000
word assignment titled “How my
Learning on the Group Process Module
has Impacted on my Personal and
Professional Development”

Guidelines for learner – in your essay


make reference to :
 CA Assignments 1-5 100%
Your Journal
Your personal involvement in the group,
what did you learn about yourself?
How you saw yourself as a group
member; were you typically a listener,
did you take risks?
Linking theory to practice: How did the
group form, how was trust established?
 Reflective Journal
 Portfolio
 Project
 Practical/Oral
 Other
 Total 100%
READING/RESOURCE MATERIAL
Essential Reading
Book Title Author Publisher Year
1. Theory and Practice of Group Counselling Corey G Brooks Cole 2008
Supplementary Reading
Book Title Author Publisher Year
1. The theory and practice of group Yalom, ID Basic books 2005
Psychotherapy
2. Creative Process in Gestalt therapy Zinker J Vintage 1978
3. Group Techniques second edition Corey G, Brooks Cole 1992
Corey MS,
Callanan P,
Russell JM
4. Working More Creatively with Group Benson, J Routledge 2001
Other Resources (Journals, Internet, etc.)
1. DVD: Groups in Action: Evolution and Change - Corey; Corey; Haynes
2. DVD: Understanding Group Psychotherapy - Yalom, ID
3. Irish Journal of Psychology
4. Counselor Education & Supervision (Journal) Wiley-Blackwell, Oxford, UK
5. Journal of Counseling and Development - Blackwell Publishing Ltd.,
Alexandria, UK

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