1. ARTS THERAPIES SHORT COURSE
(R2800 per short course or module - 4 to 6 weeks per
short course or module. Course consists out of 3
short courses or modules.)
Here at the Art Healing Academy we give you a choice
between short courses in Arts Therapies counselling
and a long, comprehensive course.
We recommend the short course if you just want to
understand basic concepts and application of Arts
Therapies and want to include it as one possible
approach in your practice or work you already do.
We recommend the long, comprehensive course if you
want to gain comprehensive knowledge to enable you
to work in the field and possibly make it your
career. This is on the level of a degree after 3
years and on the level of a masters after 5 years
(the 4th year is recommended to do over 2 years).
Please note;
- the short courses don't give any credits
for the long course
- with both registration is possible, but on
different levels and with limitations in scope of
practice.
The short course in Arts Therapies now consist of 3
short courses or modules. You can do 1, 2 or all 3
(Registration is possible after completion of all 3).
1st Short Course or Module 1
Basic overview, understanding and application of arts
therapies
2nd Short Course or Module 2
Mindfulness and grounding in trauma support through arts
therapies
3rd Short Course or Module 3
Using Positive Psychology building self-esteem, value
and identity through arts therapies
Topics covered:
Know the situation worldwide regarding the development of the field
Define and apply basic principles of Arts Therapies
Understand the benefits and application
Different forms of Arts Therapies
(To make you aware of the different forms: Drama/Dance/Nature/Animals/Photos)
Experientials including:
Journaling, Mandalas, Paint, Clay
Application strategies including:
Stages and application, Process vs outcome and different possible applications
2. ARTS THERAPIES: DRAMA AND DANCE THERAPY SHORT COURSE
(R3200 - 4 to 6 weeks per course, but can be completed at your own pace)
This short course will give you a strong basis to apply this form of therapy in your practice or integrate with other forms of counselling. There is a practical component.
Topics covered:
An introduction to Arts Therapies
Arts Therapies: Drama
Arts Therapies: Dance
3. WORKING WITH COUPLES THROUGH ART SHORT COURSE
(Cost: R3200. Duration of the course: 6 to 8 weeks (but can be completed at your own pace)
This short course has as goal to give a systematic approach to working with couples using art as medium. The process covers all the basic aspects needed to work with and on when working with
couples. It is based on IMAGO in the wider sense and therefore IMAGO is also discussed. (A sixteen-week program with couples is included in the course.)
Topics covered:
Goalsetting
The problem with therapy for couples
Art and therapy
IMAGO: The basic theory
Program using art in relationship therapy
4. ART DEVELOPMENT COURSE
(Cost: R 8 500 Duration of the course: Between 8 months to a year.)
This course focuses on the development of basic art skills for the artist, art teacher or arts therapies counsellor. It includes drawing, painting, 3D art and clay work.
Credits:
9 Credits will be given for your 4th year in Arts Therapies/Counselling studies at the Art Healing Academy. However, this course is more comprehensive than what will be covered in the 4th year.
Additional information:
The course consists only out of practical projects and will develop your art skills.
5. HOW TO START AND RUN YOUR OWN PRACTICE SHORT COURSE
(Cost: R3600. Duration of the course: 6-8 weeks)
Most people that are in the helping professions have a heart for people, but have no knowledge, natural inclination or experience in business and find it hard to start their own practice. This practical
course focus on all the main aspects you need to understand and take into consideration if you want to start your own practice. What makes it unique is that it is business specific and has a practical
focus as well. We will lead you through all the steps you have to take when starting your own practice and includes a personal zoom session with Lorette Dye
Topics covered:
The course will focus on the business side including:
Registration of the business
Business principles required to make a success
Critical considerations in planning your first practice
Personal considerations to planning your first practice
Managing and expanding your business
Marketing options
