Creative arts therapy engages people in the arts to address and support mental, emotional, developmental, and behavioural disorders. The course will integrate a sound understanding of the theoretical principles that underpin therapeutic approaches using creative arts. This full-time course will teach you about therapeutic approaches and the theory behind them. You will explore how a creative approach can be used to support children and young people, older people, people with learning disabilities and those with mental health issues
Throughout the course you will work in a practical placement setting in order to gain new skills and enable the integration of theory and practice.
Student will be required to have an up to date DBS ( CRB ) Check in place by start of course.
Course Details - Modules
Modules may include: • The Creative Process of Developing Self-Awareness • Creative Group Work and Performance Skills • Understanding the Therapeutic Process • Marketing Creative Arts Projects • Creative Expression with Words (writing/drama) • Creative Expression with Movement Improvisation • Creative Expression with Art Materials • Creative Expression with Music and Sounds • Arts and Health Projects
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment is through practical experience and coursework.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
W900
Institution code:
B77
Campus Name:
College Green
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
A levels in Arts, Music, Drama, Health Care and Psychology
56 UCAS points to include A Levels or BTEC Level 3
Access to Higher Education in Arts, Health Care and Psychology
BTEC in Arts, Music, Drama, Health Care and Psychology
GSCE Maths and English at 4 - 9 or A-C.
Must have DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) Checks in place prior to enrolment
Interview required
Mature students welcome with relevant experience
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