SHS 115 - Interpersonal and Group Work

4.0 Credits
Focuses on interpersonal and leadership skills necessary for working with individuals and groups in human service settings. Identifies the role and stages of groups, leadership and facilitation qualities, and conflict resolution. Includes practice in Robert’s Rules of Order and skills for effective group facilitation.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of various facilitation and leadership styles and the utility of the styles in group process and identify own facilitation style.
Describe and identify the basic types of groups and the stages of group development.
Apply culturally informed methods to support and enhance group dynamics.
Demonstrate the interpersonal and process skills needed to plan for and lead a group, including the designing of activities, group exercises, introduction, and closure.

Course Typically Offered
Fall, Spring