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Art TherapyAudio Course

The powerful benefits of Art Therapy are fast becoming well known, many people are starting to learn just how transformative this type of psychotherapy can be across a wide range of problems.

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What Will You Learn?

The powerful benefits of Art Therapy are fast becoming well known, many people are starting to learn just how transformative this type of psychotherapy can be across a wide range of problems.

This type of therapy involves the encouragement of free self-expression through art such as painting, drawing or modelling. Art Therapy uses art media and the creative process to help in areas such as coping skills, stress management , and strengthened sense of identity. Art Therapy has provided mental health treatment for clients who have experienced trauma, grief & loss, depression, chronic illness, substance abuse, and more.

Who Would Benefit from This Course?

If you are a social worker, coach, teacher, therapist, parent, counsellor, psychologist, or anyone with a desire to learn and understand a new discipline and form of communication, then an Art Therapy education can help.

This course is ideal for complete beginners to the field of Art Therapy. If you are considering making a career change to become an Art Therapist, this course will give you an insight and understanding of the subject that will help you to make an informed decision on whether to pursue a qualification that can lead to employment, and give you a solid base of knowledge from which to build.

Art Therapy as a Career

To work as an Art Therapist you will need to complete a postgraduate course approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You can also gain further qualifications from the British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT) although this is not mandatory. You will also need paid or voluntary experience gained from working in areas such as mental health, education, special needs, or social services.
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Modules

Module 1 - Introduction to Psychology and Neuroscience7 Parts

Introduction
Part 1: What is Psychology?
Part 2: The Development of Mental Health Treatment
Part 3: Mental Health Treatment Today
Part 4: Neuroscience
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Module 2 – Introduction to Basic Principles of Art Therapy5 Parts

Part 1: How did Art Therapy Develop?
Part 2: The Basic Concepts of Art Therapy
Part 3: How is Art Therapy Practised?
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Module 3 - Creative Therapy5 Parts

Part 1: The Role of Art
Part 2: Types of Art Therapy
Part 3: Dance, Drama, Music and Expressive Arts
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Module 4 - Mindful Creativity4 Parts

Part 1: Art and Mindfulness
Part 2: Mindfulness and Meditation
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Module 5 - Colour and Creation4 Parts

Part 1: The Psychological Impact of Colour
Part 2: Latest Colour Research
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Module 6 - Art Therapy for Children6 Parts

Part 1: Art Therapy and Child Development
Part 2: Child Brain Development
Part 3: Interpretation by Therapists
Part 4: Art Therapy vs Play Therapy
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Module 7 - Illness and Art4 Parts

Part 1: Art Therapy and Mental Health
Part 2: How Art Therapy in Psychiatric Services has Developed
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Module 8 – Art Therapy with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder5 Parts

Part 1: What is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder?
Part 2: Therapeutic Mechanisms
Part 3: Therapy Methods
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Module 9 – Art Therapy with Older Clients4 Parts

Part 1: Changes Related to Ageing
Part 2: How Art Therapy Can Help Older Clients
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Module 10 - Playtime!5 Parts

Part 1: Art Therapy Techniques
Part 2: Happiness, Gratitude and Self-Awareness
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