Master of Art Therapy
Upon completion of the Masters of Art Therapy students will:
- Students will be able to synthesize and critically evaluate research in art therapy.
- Students will be able to describe the distinction between empirically supported and applied art therapy interventions and will develop an advanced research skill set comprised of theory, methodology, and data analytical skills in the preparation for future study in the field of art psychotherapy.
- Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the historical and theoretical underpinnings of art therapy and its development as a medical and healthcare profession.
- Students will be able to clearly articulate and demonstrate how the art making process and products are used to elicit verbal associations and responses to accomplish treatment goals within the context of the therapeutic relationship.
- Students will develop the knowledge and skills in art therapy assessment, diagnostic formulation, treatment plan development and intervention for psychological and psychosocial disorders.
- Students will develop an ethical approach of professionalism, maturity, responsibility and self-presentation in all aspects of art therapy and verbal psychotherapy assessment and intervention that is accordance with the Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB) and the American Art Therapy Association (AATA).
- Students will be able to design, implement and evaluate art therapy services and art therapy programs in a variety of medical, healthcare, community, and educational settings and will apply individual and group dynamics to interactions with staff and administration.
- Students will demonstrate sensitivity and understanding of how human diversity impacts art therapy treatment and intervention.
- Students will be able to establish and maintain a dignified and safe holding environment in which to facilitate the therapeutic process by understanding both client and therapist feelings, perceptions, and responses within the therapeutic relationship.