Unlock Your Potential: Become a Certified Creative Arts Therapy Practitioner
Empower, Heal, and Transform Lives Through Art — Join Our Accredited Program Today!
OVERVIEW:
Transform lives with the Holistic Integrated Creative Arts Therapy Practitioner Course at The Holistic Academy. Our accredited program, exclusive to the UAE and KSA, blends artistic modalities like painting, music, and dance with therapeutic practices to promote healing across diverse populations.
This flexible 20-week course, offered both online and on campus, is designed for both personal growth and professional development. Equip yourself with the skills to facilitate holistic healing and self-expression, preparing for a rewarding career that goes beyond conventional therapy.
How You Will Benefit
☑️ If You Are a Mum Rediscovering Your Purpose
Embrace this transformative phase in your life by learning to heal and inspire through art. This course will empower you to apply your nurturing skills in new, meaningful ways, enriching both your personal journey and the liv es of others.
☑️ If You Are a Businesswoman Seeking Enhanced Leadership
Elevate your professional life by integrating holistic skills that enhance creativity and empathy in leadership. Our flexible course fits your busy lifestyle, preparing you to lead with resilience and a renewed sense of purpose.
☑️ If You Are a Mental Health Professional Looking to Expand Your Toolkit
Broaden your impact with creative arts therapy, adding depth to your practice by offering holistic healing that complements traditional methods. This course enriches your ability to support your clients’ journeys toward comprehensive wellness.
☑️ If You Are an Artist Wanting to Make a Broader Impact
Transform your artistic passion into a therapeutic practice. This course equips you to guide others in healing and self-discovery through art, expanding your professional opportunities and personal fulfillment.
☑️ If You Are a Teacher Aiming to Create a More Inclusive Classroom
Enhance your teaching with skills that promote mindfulness and emotional resilience. Our course enables you to foster a more supportive, engaging learning environment that nurtures the whole child.
☑️ If You Are Seeking Personal Growth
Step into a journey of self-discovery and holistic transformation. Our course connects you to practices that enrich your life and career, helping you to lead a more balanced, impactful existence.
Course Curriculum
Practical and Theoretical Learning:
Our course is meticulously crafted to offer an extensive exploration of both practical and theoretical aspects of Holistic Integrated Creative Arts Therapy (HICAT), ensuring a balanced and deep educational experience.
Practical Topics
1. Art Therapy Techniques:
Master various art forms including painting (watercolor, oil pastels), drawing (pencils, charcoal), and collage to facilitate expressive art-making.
Explore tactile crafts like sculpture, clay, and construction, promoting physical interaction and expression.
2. Music and Sound Therapy:
Engage with music therapy using instruments, tribal rhythms, and medicine drums.
Experience cooperative music-making, enhancing group dynamics and personal expression
3. Movement and Dance Therapy:
Utilize dance and movement as therapeutic tools to improve physical and emotional well-being.
4. Drama and Storytelling:
Implement psychodrama and role-play to explore personal narratives and emotional landscapes.
Develop creative writing skills to enhance storytelling as a form of therapy.
Theory Topics:
- Understanding of Mind and Body:
- Learn about stress effects, the mind/body connection, and the physiology of the brain.
- Dive into concepts like left brain/right brain dynamics and how they influence therapeutic practices.
- Emotional and Psychological Insights:
- Study the history and effectiveness of art therapy, focusing on its role in emotional healing and recovery.
- Explore emotions, unconscious beliefs, and mental patterns to better understand client behaviors.
- Professional Skills and Knowledge:
- Acquire holistic counseling skills tailored for creative arts therapists.
- Understand the essentials of setting up your own practice, from marketing to legalities and insurance.
- Learn about ethics, safety, and professionalism to maintain high standards in your practice.
- Specialized Applications:
- Apply your skills in various settings including medical, educational, and aged care facilities.
- Tailor approaches for specific needs such as working with PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, and more.
Integrated Learning Experience:
- Supervised Practice: Gain hands-on experience in real-world settings.
- Interactive Online Classroom: For online students, participate in dynamic group discussions and practical activities in a virtual classroom environment.
Enrichment through Literature:
- Engage with a curated list of essential readings including works by Dr. Bruce Lipton, Bessel van der Kolk, and other leading figures in the field, enhancing your understanding and application of creative arts therapies.
This curriculum is designed to empower you with the skills and knowledge needed to become a proficient Holistic Integrated Creative Art Therapist, equipped to enhance the well-being of individuals and communities through innovative, creative, and therapeutic practices.
What Our Graduates Say
Enrollment Details
ONSITE: AED 15,750
Enrollment open
ONLINE: AED 11,010
Enrollment open
Payment Plans:
Personally crafted payment plan available. You can also choose Tabby to extend your payment plan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
To embark on this transformative path, you need to have completed education beyond high school and possess a degree or equivalent qualification. It’s important that applicants are in a stable mental state, as the course material can evoke strong emotions that require a level of emotional resilience. Our course welcomes individuals who are passionate about assisting others and committed to personal and professional growth.
We honor your need for flexibility. Whether you join us on campus for a more traditional learning experience or opt for our online program to fit around your personal commitments, both paths are crafted to deeply engage and empower you.
Graduating from this course unveils a world of possibilities. Whether you dream of starting your own therapeutic practice, enriching educational environments, or bringing wellness into corporate spaces, this certificate equips you to make a profound impact. The skills you gain will allow you to weave healing into the fabric of everyday life, wherever your passion leads you.
Your journey through our course is marked by milestones of personal and professional growth, assessed through a blend of creative projects, reflective essays, and active participation. Each module concludes with an assessment that must be submitted for evaluation. To qualify for certification, you are required to maintain at least an 80% attendance rate and complete all assessments satisfactorily.
Absolutely. We believe in the power of hands-on learning. You will have opportunities to practice your new skills under supervision in real-world settings—a crucial part of grounding your theoretical knowledge and truly understanding the impact of your work.
Upon graduation, you will be certified as Holistic Integrated Creative Art Therapy Practitioner. This certification is recognized by reputable bodies and allows you to register as a professional practitioner in many countries.
We continue to support you long after you’ve completed your course. With a year of free membership in both the Holistic Integrated Creative Arts Therapists Association and the International Meditation Teachers Association, you’ll enjoy ongoing support, continuous learning opportunities, and a vibrant community of peers who share your passion and values.
The online journey requires 2 hours per week for an online session and about one hr per/day for self-study, a commitment that weaves seamlessly into your life. This time is your investment in personal growth and professional mastery, supported by our community of teachers and fellow students.
Yes, we understand that financial flexibility can be crucial. We offer the option to create an individual payment plan that supports your cash flow needs, allowing you to focus on your learning without undue financial stress.
Yes, this course is accredited by the International Institute of Complementary Therapists and the Complementary Medical Association. These accreditations ensure that our curriculum meets high standards of quality and professionalism, providing you with credentials that are respected internationally.
It’s also approved by KHDA.
