Table 1.
Group-based programme formats currently in a sample of Tier 3 weight management clinics in the UK [21]
| Programme identifier | No. of group sessions offered | Session duration (min) | Regularity | Length of programme | Group size (n) | Participant may bring a companion? | Session delivered by: |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 60 | One-off | 6 | 6–8 | Yes | Nurses and dietician |
| 2 | 12 | 60 | Weekly | 6 | 6–8 | No | Physical activity lead |
| 3 | 5 | 60 | One-off | 12 | 3–20 | Not generally | Varies according to purpose |
| 4 | 8 | 60–90 | Weekly/monthly | 6 | 5–12 | Carers if required | Dietician or counsellor |
| 5 | 8 | 120 | Fortnightly | 6 | Max 18 | No | Dietician and physiotherapist |
| 6 | 24 | 40 | Weekly | 6 | 12–14 | No | Dietician, nutritionist or physical activity lead |
| 7 | 28 | 90 and 60 | Weekly/fortnightly/monthly | 24 | Max 15 | No | Nurse specialist, dietician or psychologist |
| 8 | 4 | 90 | Monthly | 6 | Max 8 | No | Dietician |
| 9 | 7 | 90 | Monthly | 6 | Max 8 | No | Dietician and psychologist |