2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

BEHL 350 Group Dynamics

This course explores the principles of group dynamics in treatment settings, the different types of behavioral health groups available, and the stages of the group process. Student will gain the foundational knowledge and skills for working with groups in various settings, including substance use and mental health care centers, and in controlled environments. This course has a required virtual group that meets 1 hour every week throughout the course.

Credits

3

Cross Listed Courses

N/A

Prerequisite

N/A

Corequisite

N/A

Offered

Fall

Outcomes

  1. Identify the different types of groups that can be used in various settings.
  2. Define the key concepts of group dynamics
  3. Recognize the role theoretical orientation has on group development and practice.
  4. Explain the role of the group leader throughout the group process, including creation, facilitation and termination of the group.
  5. Define the stages of group development.
  6. Identify the ethical issues associated with group services.
  7. Demonstrate effective leadership techniques for facilitating group.