Counselor Education Comprehensive Exam (CECE) Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT one of the four primary types of group work?

1. Task

2. Growth

3. Psychotherapy

4. Psychoeducational

The correct answer is: Growth

Growth groups are often included in discussions about group work types. However, they are typically considered a subset or result of other primary group types rather than a distinct category on their own. The more commonly recognized primary types of group work are task groups, psychotherapy groups, and psychoeducational groups, each serving specific purposes within a therapeutic or developmental context. Task groups focus on completing a specific mission or objective. Psychotherapy groups provide a therapeutic environment for individuals to share and work through emotional or psychological issues with the support of the group. Psychoeducational groups aim to educate participants about particular topics, facilitating learning and skill development. While growth occurs in all group settings and is a valuable outcome, it does not stand alone as one of the primary types. Instead, focusing on the goals of the other recognized types highlights how growth is inherently part of those processes.