Conceptual determination of the group as a social, social and psychological phenomenon. Theories of the origin, development and functioning of groups. Types of groups according to the criterion of purpose of action, size, composition, theoretical-therapeutic concept, casuistry of members and goals. Historical development of group social work. Approaches in group social work. Creating groups from defining the need for them, through creating a team for their management, gathering members and leading the group. Stages of group development and their differences depending on approaches. Group processes with emphasis on group cohesion, dynamics, group pressure and outcomes. The role of the social worker in leading groups of different composition, purpose, theoretical orientation and approach. Monitoring and evaluation of group social work. Supervision of social work with groups.

Explain the concept of group, theoretical assumptions about their origin and development, Interpret approaches in group work, their specificities, purpose and effects of action, Explain the principles of starting, gathering members and creating a group, Understand and identify the stages of group development, the factors of their flow, intensity and quality, Present the key processes in the group, their starting conditions, direction possibilities and effects of action,