Art Therapy
Gain confidence and advance your understanding of art therapy practices. This course develops your capability in creative wellbeing aligned with sector best practice. Study flexibly online at your own pace, recognised by UK employers for professional development.
Overview
What You’ll Learn From Art Therapy
Overview
The Art Therapy course offers a CPD-accredited online learning experience tailored for UK learners ready to enhance their creative wellbeing skills. It supports your progression by deepening your knowledge and practical abilities in art therapy. You can study flexibly, balancing personal and professional commitments.
You will gain increased responsibility and insight in using art therapeutically, applying psychological and neuroscientific concepts to improve client engagement. This course encourages quality and ethical decision-making aligned with current sector expectations. Your understanding will evolve to support professional effectiveness in diverse settings.
Learners typically include those seeking skills-based development in creative therapies or wellbeing roles. The course provides professional credibility through CPD recognition and skill enhancement. Study online with full support and flexible access to fit your lifestyle.
Key highlights:
- Fully CPD-accredited for professional development in art therapy
- Flexible, online study with 12 months’ access
- Practical focus on applied creative and psychological skills
- Suitable for aspiring and practising professionals
- Includes assessment with instant results and learner support
Accreditation & Recognition
This Art Therapy is fully CPD-accredited, ensuring your qualification meets trusted professional standards for relevant fields. It is widely recognised by UK employers as a benchmark for continuing professional development and compliance training. Earn a CPD Accredited certificate to showcase your knowledge and skills
- 100% online, self-paced study with 12 months’ access
- Includes online multiple-choice exam and optional reflective portfolio
- Order a CPD-accredited digital certificate (optional printed version available for £24.99)
- Recognised by UK employers and globally trusted certification
Assessment & Certification
Your progress in this Art Therapy is measured through an online multiple-choice assessment with a 60% pass mark and instant results. Learners can retake the exam for free, ensuring full understanding before completion. Upon passing, you can order a PDF version of the CPD Accredited certificate, verifying your learning achievement and continued professional development aligned with industry knowledge standards. You can also order a hardcopy certificate for £24.99 to boost your credibility and showcase your achievement. This qualification includes no hidden fees and is recognised by UK employers as evidence of structured learning and professional growth.
Who Is This Course For?
- Aspiring professionals seeking to develop art therapy skills
- Practising creative wellbeing practitioners aiming to enhance methods
- Healthcare and social care workers interested in creative approaches
- Counsellors expanding complementary therapeutic techniques
- Educators and youth workers integrating creative therapy practices
Career Opportunities & Progression
- Creative Therapist Assistant: £20,000–£28,000
- Wellbeing Practitioner: £22,000–£30,000
- Arts Facilitator in Health Settings: £23,000–£32,000
- Support Worker with Creative Skills: £19,000–£26,000
- Community Arts Coordinator: £21,000–£29,000
Key Skills You’ll Gain
- Confident application of art therapy techniques
- Enhanced understanding of psychological concepts
- Ethical decision-making in therapeutic settings
- Practical leadership of creative sessions
- Effective communication with diverse client groups
Why Study with Royal Open College
Royal Open College is a trusted CPD-accredited training provider dedicated to helping professionals build confidence, leadership, and compliance in the UK job sector. Our expert-led online courses are designed to fit around your lifestyle, giving you the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime. CPD-accredited and employer-recognised qualifications trusted across the UK
Enrol today to develop practical skills, confidence, and real-world understanding with the CPD-accredited Art Therapy course.
- Expert tutors with essential real-world experience
- 100% online learning with UK-based learner support
- Affordable, transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Trusted by thousands of UK learners and global professionals
Course Curriculum for Art Therapy
Module 01: Introduction to Art Therapy
Explore art therapy’s foundations and history. Understand its role in creative wellbeing.
Module 02: Understanding Media and Materials
Learn about various artistic media and tools. Discover their therapeutic applications.
Module 03: Psychology and Neuroscience
Study key psychological principles relevant to therapy. Examine brain functions linked to creativity.
Module 04: Creative Therapy
Apply creative methods to support emotional expression. Develop skills for therapeutic art sessions.
Module 05: Illness and Art
Understand how illness impacts creativity and therapy. Explore art’s role in coping and recovery.
Module 06: Drawings
Investigate drawing techniques used in therapy. Analyse client artwork to inform support approaches.
Module 07: Mindful Creativity
Colour and Creation: Practice mindful art activities focusing on colour use. Enhance relaxation and self-awareness through creativity.
Module 08: Art Therapy with Children
Adapt art therapy methods for children’s needs. Learn communication strategies for younger clients.
Module 09: Art Therapy with Adults
Tailor creative interventions for adult clients. Address diverse emotional and psychological challenges.
Module 10: Professional Development in Art Therapy
Reflect on ethical practice and skill growth. Plan ongoing learning and professional effectiveness.
Curriculum
- 3 Sections
- 12 Lessons
- Lifetime Access
- Art Therapy10
- 1.1Module 1: Introduction to Art Therapy14 Minutes
- 1.2Module 2: Understanding Media and Materials20 Minutes
- 1.3Module 3: Psychology and Neuroscience13 Minutes
- 1.4Module 4: Creative Therapy13 Minutes
- 1.5Module 5: Illness and Art12 Minutes
- 1.6Module 6: Drawings11 Minutes
- 1.7Module 7: Mindful Creativity: Colour and Creation9 Minutes
- 1.8Module 8: Art Therapy with Children15 Minutes
- 1.9Module 9: Art Therapy with Adults11 Minutes
- 1.10Module 10: Professional Development in Art Therapy9 Minutes
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Course Features
- Lectures 12
- Quiz 0
- Duration 3 hours 30 minutes
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 530
- Assessments Yes
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