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Arts Therapy Training Course – CPD Accredited Online UK
Learn arts therapy, creative techniques, emotional support, counselling, and client assessment online.
Are you looking to become a professional arts therapist or enhance your creative therapy skills? This CPD-accredited Arts Therapy Training Course provides learners with comprehensive training in arts-based therapy techniques, client assessment, emotional support strategies, and professional practice. Start learning online and gain the expertise required to use creative methods in therapy, support clients’ mental health, and develop professional competence in counselling and wellness settings across the UK.
Arts therapy professionals are in high demand in mental health services, educational settings, social care, and wellness centres. Skilled practitioners use art, music, drama, and creative expression to help clients explore emotions, improve wellbeing, and develop coping strategies.
Through this course, learners will explore creative therapy methods, counselling frameworks, emotional intelligence, assessment techniques, ethics, and reflective practice. These skills enable learners to deliver effective therapy using arts-based methods and support clients’ emotional, psychological, and social development.
Course Overview
The Arts Therapy Training Course is an online CPD programme designed for learners seeking professional knowledge in creative therapy and arts-based counselling.
Who is it suitable for:
- Aspiring arts therapists and creative counsellors
- Mental health practitioners and social workers
- Students studying counselling, psychotherapy, or psychology
- Career changers entering creative therapy roles
- Professionals aiming to enhance emotional support and wellbeing skills
Modules include:
- Introduction to arts therapy principles and practice
- Creative methods: art, music, drama, and movement
- Psychological theories underpinning arts therapy
- Client assessment and goal setting in therapy
- Emotional support and building therapeutic relationships
- Designing arts-based interventions for diverse client needs
- Group therapy and individual session management
- Ethical practice, confidentiality, and professional boundaries
- Reflective practice and supervision in creative therapy
- Communication strategies and client engagement
- Case studies and applied arts therapy exercises
- Monitoring progress and evaluating therapeutic outcomes
Modules provide learners with a balance of theoretical understanding and practical application to prepare them for arts therapy practice.
By the end of the course, learners will be able to deliver arts-based therapy, assess client needs, implement creative interventions, and adhere to ethical and professional standards.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the principles and benefits of arts therapy
- Apply creative methods, including art, music, drama, and movement, in therapy
- Conduct client assessments and develop personalised therapy plans
- Provide emotional support and build effective therapeutic relationships
- Implement arts-based interventions tailored to individual and group needs
- Facilitate group and individual creative therapy sessions
- Maintain professional ethics, confidentiality, and boundaries
- Use reflective practice and supervision to enhance therapeutic skills
- Evaluate client progress and adjust interventions as required
- Communicate effectively with clients, families, and colleagues
- Integrate psychological theories into arts therapy practice
- Analyse case studies to apply best practices in creative therapy
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Why Enrol in This Arts Therapy Training Course?
- CPD Accredited certificate supporting careers in counselling, therapy, and creative wellbeing
- Study online with 12 months unlimited access — learn anytime, anywhere
- Gain expertise in arts-based therapy methods, client assessment, and emotional support
- Strengthen your CV for arts therapist, counsellor, or wellness roles
- Learn creative interventions for individual and group therapy
- Understand ethical practice, reflective supervision, and professional standards
- Flexible self-paced learning with instant digital certificate
- Optional hard copy certificate available
- Tutor support available on weekdays
- Transparent pricing and fast assessment
Who is This Course for?
- Aspiring arts therapists and creative counsellors
- Mental health practitioners and social workers
- Students in counselling, psychotherapy, or psychology
- Career changers entering creative therapy or wellbeing roles
- Professionals aiming to enhance therapeutic, emotional, and creative skills
Prerequisites
- No formal entry requirements
- Suitable for beginners or professionals seeking CPD
- Learners aiming to develop skills in creative therapy, counselling, and client support
Assessment Method
Assessment for the course is conducted through an automated multiple-choice exam. A score of 60% is required to pass and earn the CPD Accredited Certificate. Reflective assignments are provided to enhance your learning, with expert tutor feedback available.
Certification
Upon completing the course and passing the final exam, you will receive a CPD QS Accredited Certificate from Apex Learning. This certification demonstrates your qualifications and skills. The Digital version of the certificate is available for a discounted price of £9.99 only, and you can order a hard copy of the certificate for a discounted price of £14.99 only.
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Career Path
Completing this course prepares learners for careers in arts therapy, counselling, and mental health support:
- Arts Therapist – Deliver therapy using creative methods to support client wellbeing. (£25,000–£45,000/year)
- Creative Counsellor – Apply arts-based approaches in counselling sessions. (£28,000–£48,000/year)
- Mental Health Support Worker – Provide emotional support in therapy and social care environments. (£22,000–£38,000/year)
- Wellbeing Practitioner – Use creative methods to improve emotional and mental health outcomes. (£25,000–£42,000/year)
- Community Arts Facilitator – Support group therapy and creative engagement initiatives. (£22,000–£38,000/year)
- Private Practice Counsellor – Offer arts-based therapy and emotional support in private settings. (£28,000–£50,000/year)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an arts therapy training course?
This course teaches learners how to use creative methods, such as art, music, and drama, to provide therapeutic support and improve clients’ emotional and psychological wellbeing.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. Beginners and professionals seeking CPD can enrol. The course provides a structured pathway from foundational concepts to applied arts therapy techniques.
Can I study this course online?
Yes. The course is fully online with 12 months unlimited access. Learners can study at their own pace and revisit modules to reinforce learning.
What topics are covered in this course?
Topics include creative therapy methods, client assessment, counselling frameworks, emotional support, ethical practice, supervision, reflective practice, and applied case studies.
Will this course help me work as an arts therapist or counsellor?
Yes. Learners gain CPD accreditation and skills to work as an arts therapist, creative counsellor, wellbeing practitioner, or mental health support professional.
Do I need prior experience in counselling or therapy?
No. Beginners, students, and professionals seeking CPD can enrol. The course equips learners with accredited knowledge for arts therapy practice.
How long do I get access to the course materials?
Learners receive 12 months unlimited access, allowing self-paced study and review of all modules.
How is the course assessed?
Assessment includes multiple-choice questions, scenario-based exercises, and tutor feedback to ensure learners can apply arts therapy techniques professionally.
What jobs can I target after completing this course?
Arts therapist, creative counsellor, mental health support worker, wellbeing practitioner, community arts facilitator, or private practice counsellor.
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Course Curriculum
- 3 sections
- 6 lectures
- 00:00:00 total length
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WHAT IS ART THERAPY? 01:30:00 -
TRAINING: FROM APPRENTICE TO PRACTITIONER 01:00:00
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THE HISTORICAL BACKGROUND TO ART THERAPY 01:30:00
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THE EMERGENCE OF ART THERAPY AS A PROFESSION IN THE UK 01:00:00
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PROFESSIONAL ISSUES 01:30:00
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FRAMES OF REFERENCE: PSYCHOANALYSIS, ART AND ART THERAPY 01:30:00
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ART THERAPY IN PRACTICE 01:30:00
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AN INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE 01:30:00
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Mock Exam – Arts Therapy Training Course 00:20:00
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Final Exam – Arts Therapy Training Course 00:20:00
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Duration:11 hours, 40 minutes
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Access:1 year access
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CPD Points:10