OPF104: Group Facilitation
Total Hours: 16 (8 hours Self-Study, 8 hours Live Online Classroom)
This course focuses on the skills and requirements for facilitating group sessions. You’ll learn how to assess client compatibility, create supportive group environments, and manage group dynamics effectively. The course also covers regulatory requirements for group facilitation.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Assess a client’s compatibility with group formats.
- Create effective set and setting environments for group facilitation.
- Facilitate group communication and dynamics, including collaboration with multiple facilitators.
- Develop and enforce group agreements related to confidentiality and safety.
- Recognize when clients need individual support or additional interventions.
- Conduct group preparation and integration sessions.
- Understand the regulatory requirements for group facilitation.
Course Schedule
| Module | Topic | Self-Study Hours | Live Session | Assignment Due Date |
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| 1 | Skills for Group Facilitation | 2 hours | Jan 24, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Google Meet) | Feb 2: Group Plan Proposal |
| - Assessing client’s compatibility with group format |
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| - Set and setting for group facilitation |
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| - Group dynamics and communication |
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| 2 | Group Preparation Sessions | 2 hours | Jan 27, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Google Meet) | Feb 2: Preparation Checklist |
| 3 | Group Integration Sessions | 2 hours | Jan 29, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Google Meet) | Feb 2: Integration Report |
| 4 | Regulatory Requirements for Group Facilitation | 2 hours | Jan 31, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Google Meet) | Feb 2: Regulatory Quiz |
Assignments Overview
Group Plan Proposal
Topic: Develop a plan for assessing client compatibility and setting up a supportive group environment.
Due Date: Feb 2
Preparation Checklist
Topic: Create a checklist for facilitating group preparation sessions, including key considerations for set and setting.
Due Date: Feb 2
Integration Report
Topic: Write a report summarizing strategies for effective group integration sessions.
Due Date: Feb 2
Regulatory Quiz
Topic: Complete a quiz on regulatory requirements for group facilitation.
Due Date: Feb 2
Course Expectations
- Participation: Attend live sessions, complete self-study modules, and engage in discussions.
- Assignments: Submit assignments on time; late submissions may affect your grade.
- Engagement: Maintain respectful communication with peers during discussions and group activities.
- Technical Requirements: Ensure you have access to Google Meet and TalentLMS.
