TPC-DIGEST-Vol3Issue3

TPC D igest 27 was developed with consideration of the needs of counselor education students and of RPCVs. The authors discuss training standards and ethical considerations in relation to teaching group counseling through the use of experiential groups. Non-peer group members—in this case RPCVs—are described in both their unique diverse experiences and the challenges they face that are suitable for group exploration. Group counseling students and RPCVs are explored through their unique needs from and contributions to the partnership. The first section of this article briefly highlights the importance of student learning through experiential group counseling, especially with non-counseling students. Additionally, the authors discuss RPCVs and their potential needs following deployment. The second section of the article describes the partnership between a counselor education program and the Peace Corps that has evolved over several years to include group counseling services to RPCVs. The logistic aspects involved (e.g., class assignments) are offered as a model for future adaptation, as well as overall trends in group members’ and facilitators’ feedback. Finally, the authors provide suggestions for counselor education and supervision in similar partnerships with local organizations and other programs on campus. Full article: Lambert, S., & Goodman-Scott, E. (2013). Collaborating with the Peace Corps to maximize student learning in group counseling. The Professional Counselor , 3, 131–140. The Professional Counselor –DIGEST Volume 3, Issue 3 http:/ /tpcjournal.nbcc.or g © 2013 NBCC Inc., & Affiliates