Turvey - IGA Diploma in Groupwork Practice Forensic Settings 2026-27

(At Cuddesdon, Oxfordshire)

Group Analysis is a powerful therapeutic medium that focuses on the relationship between the individual and the group, emphasising the social nature of human experience.

The course is an advanced introduction to the theory and practice of group work in forensic settings and can lead to Group Work Practitioner Status and Associate IGA membership. It is also a necessary part of the full training as a Group Analyst.

The course offers a blend of in-person and on-line group experiences.

Entry requirements:

• IGA Foundation Course or equivalent training o Degree or entry essay o A group within a forensic setting to bring to Work Reflection Group (WRG) agreed with the Course Convenor.

  
  

• Attendance at a course interview with Convenor and a personal consultation meeting with a Training Group Analyst.

The course runs over 10 block weekends from September 2026 to July 2027 from Friday evenings through to Sunday afternoons.

Course dates - weekend beginning:

September 18th, October 16th, November 20th, December 4th 2026; January 15th, February 19th, March 12th, April 16th, June 18th, July 16th 2026

Large Group meetings comprised of current Foundation and Diploma

students along with former Turvey courses graduates, is convened online on

the 3rd Friday of each month 7pm-8.30pm)

National Learning Experience A three-day event providing an opportunity to explore some area of the curriculum in greater depth and an experience of working together in various groups with students from across the country.

Venue and date TBC.

Assessment 2 essays - 1 theoretical, 1 reflective practice

For more information, please see the attached flyer:

IGA Diploma in Groupwork Practice in Forensic Settings 2026-27- Turvey Groupwork - Cuddesd.

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