• Diploma Course in Group-Work Practice

Group Analysis South Foundation Course

Diploma

Brighton & Hove

Certificate awarded by the Institute of Group Analysis

The Diploma Course in Brighton is a ‘block training’ and runs over eleven weekends over a year. Course Convenor:  Sue Griffin (UKCP), Group Analyst, Psychotherapist & Art Psychotherapist.

After reading more about our course below, please fill in the form via the button to register your interest and Sue will invite you for an interview. There is a £200 non-refundable registration fee to cover administration. Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you.

About Our diploma Course in Group-Work Practice

Elevate your therapy practice with our Diploma Course in Group-work Practice.

Over eleven immersive weekends, you'll become part of a close-knit training community, delving into the intricacies of group analytic theory and honing the skills essential for effective group facilitation. This course not only equips you with the expertise to lead diverse groups successfully, but also opens doors to becoming a certified Group Work Practitioner with Associate Membership of the IGA. 

Immerse yourself in theoretical seminars, engaging large group meetings, and a national learning experience in Oxford. 

Our unique approach emphasises the value of group dynamics, fostering personal and professional growth in an atmosphere of collaboration and exploration.

Successful completion of this course, together with appropriate clinical experience, can lead to the status of Group Work Practitioner and Associate Membership of the IGA. For those wishing to go on to full membership of the IGA, the Diploma is the first year of the Qualifying Course, which can also be undertaken in Manchester or London.

Who is this course for:

This course is for anyone wishing to further develop their theoretical understanding and skills in setting up and running groups. If entrance requirements are satisfied, the course welcomes a wide range of professionals. While the Foundation Course offers a broad overview of group analytic theory, the Diploma course focuses on central group analytic themes and how to begin putting them into practice.

Full details of the course can be downloaded below.

Attendance Dates 2026-2027

Friday evenings: 5:15 - 8.30pm online including the Large Group at 7pm

Saturdays: 9.30am - 6.30pm in person

2026: 12th Sept, 9th - 10th Oct, 13th - 14th Nov, 11th - 12th Dec

2027: 22nd - 23rd Jan, 26th - 27th Feb, 19th - 20th Mar, 23rd -24th April NLE weekend, 30th Apr - 1st May, 14th - 15th May, 4th - 5th Jun, 2nd - 3rd July.

There may be some “minor” revision to the time frame. There will be coffee/tea breaks and a lunch break during the day.

Entry Requirements:

● IGA Foundation Course or equivalent training

● Degree or entry essay

● Group to bring to Work Reflection Group agreed with the Course Convenor

● Attendance at a course interview with Convenor

Course Fees 

These include a £200 non-refundable registration fee.

Early Bird Fee: £4075 available to first 6 individuals (not organisations, who apply and pay in full before 26th June 2026

Self-funding fee: £4,275

Organisational fee: £4,675

Important: 

The remaining fees are due prior to commencing the first weekend, or if you wish to pay by instalments, please do let us know and we can arrange this. Should a student be unable to complete the course, we are unable to refund any fees paid to date, and students with instalment agreements in place must pay all remaining fees. 

Application deadline: 31st July 2026