Art Therapy

Lesley University

United States of America, Cambridge

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Duration48 month(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 28,500 / Year

Apply DateFebruary 15, 2022

Next IntakeSeptember 9, 2022

Art Therapy

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Overview The Art Therapy program offered by Lesley University prepares students for entry-level positions in a number of human services settings, such as social service agencies, childcare programs or specialized school programs, and other community settings. It is also designed to prepare students for entry into a professional Master's degree program in Art Therapy and/or Expressive Art Therapies. This major combines pre-professional courses in the human services with substantial coursework in psychology and art. Students will complete over 400 hours in the field. To successfully meet the requirements of the Art Therapy major, students will:develop values that integrate the identity of a visual artist and that of a helping professional.integrate the concepts of art therapy within a context of the helping profession, through engagement in experiential learning.be able to critically analyze social science research to enhance their development within the field of art therapy.demonstrate an understanding of normal and abnormal psychological development.display a capacity to utilize multicultural perspectives in their approach to understanding art therapy practice.Careers The field of mental health counseling is expanding rapidly, making this an exciting time to pursue this area of study. Common job titles for people with bachelor's degrees in art therapy include:Mental Health TherapistActivity TherapistCreative TherapistArt TherapistRecreation TherapistMental Health Specialist I want to find another Bachelor Course

The professional major in Art Therapy offered by Lesley University is designed for students interested in using visual art modalities in working with adults and children in a variety of settings.

Disciplines

Visual ArtsPsychology

Requirements

Academic Requirements

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Other Requirements

1Official SAT/ACT test scores (without essay) will be required for applicants to the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and for applicants to both undergraduate collegesStudents applying to BFA programs in the College of Art and Design must also submit a digital portfolio of 12-20 pieces.If you are dually enrolled in college coursework or simply taking some college level classes, you may submit official college transcripts electronically through a variety of secure sites such as, but not limited to; Parchment, Credential Solutions, E-Scrip Safe, Clearinghouse, Naviance/Common Application, JST Services

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Art Therapy

Lesley University

United States of America, Cambridge

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