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Overview of Art Therapy Course

Art therapy is becoming more popular as people understand the importance of mental health. In the UK, over 1.6 million people receive psychological therapies through the NHS every year. Our Art Therapy Course is designed to help learners use art to support people who are dealing with trauma, anxiety, or emotional stress. This course shows how creative activities can help people feel better and find new ways to express themselves.

The Art Therapy Course covers many useful topics. You will learn how the brain works, how art affects emotions, and how to support children, adults, and families through creative methods. The course also includes mindful art techniques, reflective writing, and therapeutic drawing. These tools are used by professionals to help people open up and feel calm. With this course, you can learn how colour, shapes, and drawing can support mental wellbeing.

In the UK, the demand for art therapists is growing. Private sessions can cost between £50 and £120 an hour. After finishing the Art Therapy Course, you can work in schools, the NHS, care homes, or even run your therapy sessions. This Art Therapy Course helps you build a strong foundation to support others through creativity. Whether you're starting a new career or adding to your skills, the Art Therapy Course is a great way to learn how art can heal.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this Art Therapy Course, learners will be able to:

Understand the basic ideas behind art therapy and how it connects to mental health.

Use simple brain science to guide helpful creative therapy sessions.

Try mindful art techniques using colour and creative expression.

Apply art therapy with children, adults, and families in different situations.

Use drawing and reflective writing to support emotional healing.

Plan and design full art therapy sessions for different groups.

Who is this course for?

This Art Therapy Course is for anyone who wants to use creativity to support others:

Healthcare workers who want to bring creative ways to help patients deal with stress, trauma, or emotional struggles.

Teachers and school staff who want to use art therapy to support students with stress, behaviour, or emotional needs.

Care workers in community centres, care homes, or hospices who want to help people through creative and calming activities.

Anyone interested in mental health and creativity, who wants to use art therapy for personal or family wellbeing.

People changing careers who are thinking about working in mental health and want a strong starting point.

Process of Evaluation

After studying the Art Therapy Course Course, your skills and knowledge will be tested with an MCQ exam or assignment. You have to get a score of 60% to pass the test and get your certificate.

Certificate of Achievement

Certificate of Completion - Digital / PDF Certificate

After completing the Art Therapy Course Course, you can order your CPD Accredited Digital / PDF Certificate for £5.99. (Each)

Certificate of Completion - Hard copy Certificate

You can get the CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificate for £12.99. (Each)

Shipping Charges:

Inside the UK: £3.99

International: £10.99

Requirements

You don’t need any educational qualification or experience to enrol in the Art Therapy course.

Career Path

Completing this Art Therapy Course can lead to many rewarding roles, such as:

Art Therapist – £25,000 to £45,000 a year

Mental Health Support Worker – £18,000 to £28,000 a year

Therapeutic Activities Coordinator – £20,000 to £32,000 a year

Community Wellbeing Facilitator – £22,000 to £35,000 a year

Children’s Art Therapy Assistant – £19,000 to £30,000 a year

Course Curriculum:

Module 01: Introduction to Art Therapy
	Introduction to Art Therapy	00:17:00
Module 02: Art Therapy: Psychology and Neuroscience
	Art Therapy: Psychology and Neuroscience	00:18:00
Module 03: Art Therapy in Practice
	Art Therapy in Practice	00:18:00
Module 04: Creative Therapy
	Creative Therapy	00:14:00
Module 05: Mindful Creativity: Colour and Creation
	Mindful Creativity: Colour and Creation	00:17:00
Module 06: Art Therapy Techniques and Applications
	Art Therapy Techniques and Applications	00:34:00
Module 07: Using Mindfulness in Art Therapy
	Using Mindfulness in Art Therapy	00:26:00
Module 08: Drawings
	Drawings	00:35:00
Module 09: Reflective Writing
	Reflective Writing	00:22:00
Module 10: Art Therapy for Children
	Art Therapy for Children	00:21:00
Module 11: Art Therapy for Adults
	Art Therapy for Adults	00:18:00
Module 12: Art Therapy for Family
	Art Therapy for Family	00:33:00
Module 13: Illness and Art
	Illness and Art	00:15:00
Module 14: The Art Therapist
	The Art Therapist	00:20:00

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By IOMH - Institute of Mental Health

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