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ABOUT OUR FOUNDATION COURSE IN GROUP ANALYSIS
Foundation Course in Group Analysis
Brighton & Hove
Certificate awarded by the Institute of Group Analysis
The course comprises of seminars, talks and experiential groups. On four of the ten weekends the day will extend to 7.30pm so that students can attend a meeting with the Course Convenor.
Course Convenor: Sue Griffin (UKCP) - Group Analyst, Psychotherapist & Art Psychotherapist
Please fill in the ‘Enquiry Form if you want to apply and our Administrator will contact you.
About Our Foundation Course in Group Analysis
A Foundation Course in Group Analysis is a comprehensive training program designed to introduce participants to the fundamental concepts and skills of group analysis, a therapeutic approach that focuses on understanding group dynamics and the unconscious processes that occur within groups.
Overall, a Foundation Course in Group Analysis provides a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of group therapy. It equips participants with a solid foundation in understanding group dynamics. Students will gain the skills to be confident in facilitating group processes, and applying group analysis principles to promote healing, personal growth and well-being in group settings.
This course does not qualify someone as a Group Analyst - rather it gives the participant a strong foundation in group processes. This foundation course is a prerequisite to further training (see link).
80% attendance to the foundation course is required in order to receive our certificate: ‘Foundation Course in Group Analysis’. This course is aligned with - and recognised by, The Institute of Group Analysis.
Who is this course for:
● For those with a personal or professional interest in developing an understanding of their relationship to groups and group dynamics.
● For those working, or wishing to work, with groups.
● For those interested in starting professional training as a group practitioner and/or group analyst.
Convened and taught by Group Analysts.
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Beautiful Venue
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Close to the beach & amenities
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Qualified Guest Speakers
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Experiential Groups
Course Dates and timetable
Brighton & Hove Foundation Course
An exciting one-year in-person course exploring the key components of group analysis through a mix of theory and practice seminars and an intensive experience in a year-long experiential group.
Certificate awarded by the Institute of Group Analysis*
Attendance Dates 2025-2026*
10 Saturdays - 4th Oct, 8th Nov, 6th Dec, 16th Jan, 7th Feb, 7th Mar, 28th Mar, 9th May, 6th Jun, 4th July.
09:30am - 6:15pm comprises seminars, talks and experiential groups.
On four of the ten weekends the day will extend to 7.30pm so that students can meet with the Course Convenor.
There will be coffee/tea breaks and a lunch break during the day.
Large Group: 9 Fridays 7pm - 8.30pm online. Attendance is optional, but recommended.
3rd Oct, 7th Nov, 5th Dec, 15th Jan, 6th Feb, 6th Mar, 5th Jun, 3rd July
Orientation Session: Friday 26th September 6:00 - 7:30pm online
FEEs
fRegistration Fee: £200 non-refundable fee payable on application to secure your place.
● Self-funding Early Bird Fee: £1,795 available to first 8 individuals, not organisations, who apply and pay before 30th March 2025.
● Self-funding: £1,950
● Organisational funding: £2,225