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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
- 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
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Art TherapyAcademic 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.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- CRICOS Provider Code Number 00115M
- There are no prerequisites for this course.
Tuition Fee
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International
475 AUD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 475 AUD for the full programme during 2 days. -
National
475 AUD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 475 AUD for the full programme during 2 days.
Living costs for Melbourne
1501 - 2659 AUD /month
Living costs
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Funding
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