Our aim in offering this course is to support counsellors and coaches to

develop the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to facilitate

effective and engaging groups. 

 

By the end of this course you will be able to apply an ethical, integrated

and reflective approach to group facilitation.

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Critical analysis of group theory and research of groups and an ability

to be skilled at the use of yourself within the group context will support the

development of effective and inclusive group processes, regardless of the 

type of group you are facilitating. Students will build the competence, confidence and professional judgement to work autonomously facilitating groups across diverse settings.

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There are 7 x 2-day workshops (Friday and Saturday monthly with two held in June) that are tutor led, live online between January and June 2027. ​These workshops will contain theory, experiential learning, group skills practice and discussion groups. 

There are a number of books which are essential to read alongside the course (once enrolled the scheme of work will highlight the reading alongside the session topics) The important books for the course will be highlighted in the reading list.

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As this is a level 6 Diploma there is an expectation that students engage in reading and research to support your learning, the writing of assignments and to contribute to topics explored throughout the training. 

 

To complete the course successfully you will need to

evidence:

12 hours of group facilitation experience

7 hours of supervision specifically for group

facilitation

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Assessment is an internally assessed portfolio of evidence.

one essay, one case presentation and case study,

reflective journals, peer and tutor observed skills of group facilitation.

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