| Art
Therapy
Art Therapy is an established profession that integrates the fields of visual art, human development and psychotherapy to form a field rich in academic and professional opportunities. Art Therapists use the creative process of art making to help people to express feelings, resolve problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behavior, increase self-esteem and self-awareness, and achieve insight.
The Converse College Art Therapy program, guided by the educational standards of the American Art Therapy Association, informs students of the tools and knowledge that are essential to becoming a skilled art therapist. Converse art therapy students are able to take advantage of a solid studio art base, core courses in psychology, and courses that specialize in art therapy.
A Registered Art Therapist teaches the art therapy courses and supervises the art therapy internships, which are an integral part of the program. A strong internship program provides essential hands-on experience for the student. Internship opportunities are available in a variety of settings in Spartanburg, Greenville and other areas in the region.
This program is designed to provide a strong preparatory base for graduate study in the area of art therapy. It is designed to prepare a student for career opportunities in hospitals, clinics, educational institutions, community agencies, wellness centers and private practices. |
