What are the qualifications and requirements to become an Art Therapist?
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Educational:
- Complete core curriculum as outlined in AATA
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(American
Art Therapy Association)
www.arttherapy.org
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- Entry into profession at mater’s level
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- A master’s degree in Art Therapy
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- A master’s degree with an emphasis in Art Therapy
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- 21 semester units in Art Therapy with a master’s degree
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in a related mental health/counseling field
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- Minimum of 1,000 direct clinic contact hours (one hour
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of
supervision is required for every 10 hours of client
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contact, of meet the state specific requirements).
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www.state.ar.us/abec/
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Personal:
- Sensitive to human needs & emotional stable
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- Understanding of art media and psychological processes