Art Therapy Certification

Art Therapy Certification
Traditional talking therapies are often effective, but they do not meet the needs of all clients. Art therapy offers a non-verbal alternative that gives people a chance to explore distressing thoughts and feelings using a creative approach in a safe, controlled environment.
In this course, you will learn about the most common forms of art therapy, why it is beneficial for many groups and how aspiring art therapists can enter the field.
You will learn:
- What art therapy is, and an overview of the three main types of art therapy
- Why some people are more likely to benefit from art therapy than conventional talking treatments
- What happens in a typical art therapy session
- How art therapy can be used in conjunction with other forms of treatment
- How to qualify as an art therapist
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0.75 hrs
Course FAQ
Who can take the Art Therapy Certification course?
There are no entry requirements to take the course.
What is the structure of the course?
The course has 1 module and should take 1 hour to complete, although students can spend as much or as little time as they feel necessary on the module.
Where / when can the course be studied?
The course can be studied at any time and from any internet-connected device.
Is there a test at the end of the course?
Once you have completed the module there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the module. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken at a time and location of your choosing.