CCOG for AD 222G Fall 2026
- Course Number:
- AD 222G
- Course Title:
- Advanced Group Counseling
- Credit Hours:
- 3
- Lecture Hours:
- 30
- Lecture/Lab Hours:
- 0
- Lab Hours:
- 0
Course Description
Provides advanced knowledge and skills in group counseling for people with substance use disorder (SUD). Explores how to plan, implement, and evaluate group counseling sessions for clients with SUD, using evidence-based practices and techniques. Covers common challenges in group counseling, such as resistance, conflict, and co-occurring mental health disorders. Prerequisites: AD 120E, AD 121E, AD 122E, AD 124E, AD 141E, AD 143E, HUS 101, HUS 102, HUS 108, and (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available.
Intended Outcomes for the course
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
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Identify the intricate interplay of human experiences within the context of group counseling.
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Develop and implement effective group counseling sessions using advanced practices and techniques.
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Facilitate a group counseling session with proven leadership strategies for managing complex relational dynamics.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of group counseling sessions and modify interventions as needed.