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Overview
Through an applied focus on your art-practice, you'll gain an understanding of how art enriches and facilitates working with others in many community and healthcare settings.
Programme Overview
- The Introduction to Art Therapy course at La Trobe University will incorporate both theoretical and experiential learning to guide you through a gentle and mindful exploration of diverse art materials and processes.
- This workshop will include slide show presentations, case study presentations, individual art making experiences, and group discussion.
- You'll create, reflect and explore personal meaning, and also experience the potential of art-making as a tool for personal growth, connectedness and self-awareness.
- The workshop is suitable for a wide range of backgrounds and professional practitioners, including prospective students of the Master of Art Therapy.
Programme Structure
Course include:
- The first day will offer an overview of the key principles of art therapy, including the power of non-verbal expression, connecting to a creative self, and how different art materials can elicit a range of responses in participants. A case study will also demonstrate the use of art therapy with children and adolescents living with cancer.
- The second day will focus on the impact and use of different art materials in art therapy, such as fluid and resistive materials. A case study presentation on the use of art therapy with adults with eating disorders will also be discussed.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
- Please submit an enquiry to express an interest or to request further information.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Melbourne, Australia
Disciplines
Art TherapyWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS Provider Code Number 00115M
- There are no prerequisites for this course.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents475 AUD / full≈ 475 AUD / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents475 AUD / full≈ 475 AUD / full
Living costs
Melbourne
Australia
1501 - 2659 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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