7 Cups Academy: The Group Support Program (OUTDATED)

This program has been converted into the Group Dynamics Course. You can find the course here. 

The 7 Cups Academy is a tuition-free institution that trains members, listeners, and researchers to develop skills and better care for our community. These are professional skills that are of great use even outside 7 Cups. We believe in practice-driven learning and all of our courses have in-field experience at the core.

This program is part of our academy! The 7 Cups Academy has had 1308 graduates and currently has 404 enrolled trainees

Why choose 7 Cups Academy?

• All of our programs are completely free

• 1-1 mentor support to help you graduate

• You choose your program duration and can seek extensions

• Our programs focus on hands-on practical training

• The programs offer training in sought-after professional skills

• You will be provided with a certificate and a badge upon successful completion

• You will train among a group of like-minded individuals who you can learn from

• It is a great way to work towards a 7 Cups role. Academy graduates gain relevant experience that makes them good candidates for 7 Cups roles within that focus.

• All graduates (from any of the academy programs) can request a letter of recommendation

• We provide 7 Cups work verifications, references for school/university/work applications

• Not only will we provide you with valuable training, we can also verify your work experience if needed.

Now let's talk about GSP!

It focuses on the communication and behavior of individuals within group structures. The theoretical and practical knowledge are used to explore the stages of group development, decision-making techniques, group dynamics, group problem and solving, group leadership skills, cultural sensitivity, norms, and interpersonal dynamics within groups.

What does the GSP Program offer?

• In-depth learning of the components of group communication

• Focused content on navigating diversity among group participants

• Detecting group-based problems and presenting appropriate solutions

Key content learned in the program:

• Components of a group

• Therapeutic factors involved in group settings

• Factors of group development

• Ethical, cultural, and group management issues

• Diversity among members of the group

• Practicing learned knowledge in group settings

The program is best suited for:

• Users interested in improving their group communication skills

• Users interested in joining group leadership roles at 7 Cups

• Users who enjoy participating in groups

• Users interested in gaining more confidence in group settings

• Users looking to expand their knowledge of diversity and cultural acceptance

• Users who are already active in group rooms but want more structure to their participation

Requirements to join for LISTENERS

Have the following badges:

• Loyal Friend (at least 1 approved review)

• Open Door (At least 5 1-1 chats, one chat is 30 messages exchanged)

• Listener Oath

Requirements to join for MEMBERs

• Have a “Chief Chat” badge (Completing 1 chat with a listener, 30 messages exchanged)

• Have an “Honest Voice” badge (Leaving one review for a listener)

📢Listeners and members can both apply here

Please note that we have limited seats available each week so if you are interested in doing the program, send in your application as soon as possible.

Wondering much time it takes? 4 hours per week on average for a minimum of 6 weeks (more if you choose more). It is self-paced