Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025Class Size25–30 studentsCredits3 Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course is designed to familiarize students with group dynamics and group leadership, especially groups involving treating substance use disorders. The focus is on group development, interpersonal and intrapersonal processes, and group facilitation skills. This course offers practicums in group leadership skills, examines various types of groups, and teaches specific skills for facilitating behavior change. Students will learn to properly document individual client behavior in group interactions as required in electronic medical records. Fulfills one 3-unit skills requirements for the California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators (CAADE).Usually HeldMon Wed 5:30pm–6:45pm, Tue Thu 10:30am–11:45am, Tue Thu 12:00pm–1:15pm 