POST GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN ART THERAPY PROGRAMME

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1 EDNA MANLEY COLLEGE OF THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS School of Visual Arts POST GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN ART THERAPY PROGRAMME SUMMER 2012 SPRING 2013 CONTACT: The Department of Continuing Education and Allied Programmes Tele: , or or 1

2 OVERVIEW Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts offers a Post Graduate Certificate Program in Art Therapy. All participants who complete this program will be able to work under the direct supervision of a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) with a Masters degree in Art Therapy. These participants will be aware that only an individual who has completed an approved Masters Program in Art Therapy and has been suitable registered and or licensed will have the right to use the term Art Therapist in reference to their practice. The Art Therapy Program seeks to provide the individual with an ability to integrate the creative arts with psychological understanding as a therapeutic modality. It will allow the participant to obtain theoretical knowledge and clinical skills to practice art therapy with clients with diverse physical and psychological issues under the direct supervision of a registered or licensed Art Therapist. The Certificate is geared towards the following persons who wish to integrate the use of art into their mental health practice: Edna Manley Graduates Art Teachers Special Education Teachers Early Childhood Educators Nurses Social Workers Psychologists Speech and Language Pathologists Occupational Therapists Physical Therapists It is also open to administrators Principals and administrators who plan to hire Art Therapists for their programs. Special Notes: Individuals who apply and do not have documented evidence of completing a first degree/study in Studio/Visual Art may be recommended to complete art courses including Drawing, Painting, Ceramics and Sculpture as prerequisites for the individual to enter the program. Students applying to the program who do not have a trained clinical background will be expected to complete the following Psychology courses including Psychology 1 and 2, Theories of Personality, Developmental and/or Child Psychology, Abnormal Psychology and Group Dynamics as prerequisites before the individual enters the program or before the individual commences the internship process. Individuals who hold a certificate in Art Therapy will not be eligible to provide supervision in the area. Administrators will have the necessary skills to integrate Art therapy services in to their offerings. 2

3 The content of the Post Graduate Certificate in Art Therapy program will be delivered in modules. The course will be taught in consecutive modules of five weeks in length. Consecutive modules which must be taken sequentially as each succeeding module builds on the knowledge base of the previous modules. CERTIFICATE IN ART THERAPY PROGRAM FACULTY Vice Principal of Academic & - Carol Hamilton Technical Studies School of Visual Arts Department - Petrona Morrison Coordinator & Lecturer/Art Therapist - Lesli-Ann Belnavis, MS, ATR Clinical Consultant - Claudia Y. Williams, PhD, LCSW-R Online Faculty - Lina Clair Meza-Murillo, MPS, ATR-BC, L.CAT, CCLS All faculty members may deliver content online or in person. 3

4 ADMISSIONS Admission to the Art Therapy Certificate Program requires applicants to have the following: A. Documented evidence of the following: a. B.S. or B.A degree or Diploma in Visual Arts from an accredited university or college. b. A first degree in a related field (i.e., Counseling, Special Education, Psychology, Early Childhood Educators, Social Work, Nursing, etc). c. A first degree and documented study of Visual Art. B. Application Form C. Personal Statement - Individuals must complete a typed statement of 500 words describing your interest in the art therapy certificate program and your interest in being trained as an assistant in this profession. It is recommended that applicants include any previous experience with various special populations in volunteer work, summer jobs, etc. D. Official Transcripts - Individuals must submit official transcripts of all schools attended. E. Letters of Reference - Three letters of reference from individuals who have previous knowledge of the applicant and who can offer character, academic, or professional references must be submitted. F. Current Resume G. Departmental Interview by Art Therapy Lecturer. H. Portfolio Slides or CD format. Submit a portfolio of 20 slides (CD format may be accepted as well) that demonstrates a range of media competencies and an area of artistic specialization. A personal or phone interview is required as well. {Required for students entering the art credentials} I. Medical J. Signed Release for taping, recordings and images. Submit Application to: School of Visual Arts Department Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts 1 Arthur Wint Drive, Kingston 5, Jamaica, West Indies. 4

5 WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A DEGREE IN ART/ ART EDUCATION? Students applying to the Certificate program who do not have a Bachelors Degree in Art/Art Education, will receive a conditional acceptance to the program. Non Art Majors are required to complete the Arts Practices for Non Art Majors course first. This course must be completed with a B or better in order to proceed with the program. Other art courses including Drawing, Painting, Ceramics and Sculpture may also be recommended as prerequisites for the individual to enter the program. Students applying to the program who do not have a trained clinical background will be expected to complete the following Psychology courses including Psychology 1 and 2, Theories of Personality, Developmental and/or Child Psychology, Abnormal Psychology and Group Dynamics as prerequisites before the individual enters the program or before the individual commences the internship process. ALL INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE NOT SURE THEY MEET THE CRITERIA FOR ENTRY INTO THE POST GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN ART THERAPY PROGRAM SHOULD SUBMIT A TRANSCRIPT AND REQUEST AN INTERVIEW. THE DEPARTMENT REVIEWS THE INDIVIDUALS CREDENTIALS AND MAY RECOMMEND THAT THE INDIVIDUAL IS ELIGIBLE FOR THE PROGRAM WITH NO PREREQUISITES OR BE RECOMMENDED AFTER COMPLETING THE PREREQUISITES. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THE POST GRADUATE ART THERAPY PROGRAM? Students will develop a clear sense of what is a competent Assistant Art Therapist. Students will gain some theoretical knowledge and clinical skills necessary to work under the direct supervision of an Art Therapist. Clinicians will have a greater understanding of the value of Art as a Mental Health support. Administrators will be knowledgeable in their hiring of individuals who will deliver art as a mental health service. Students will learn how to request art therapy as part of the treatment plan. Students will understand the ethical guidelines for the practice of art therapy. Students will understand that they may not practice without supervision. Students will be prepared to be art therapy assistants in Medical, Mental Health Settings, Schools, Early Childhood Centers, hospitals, prisons, home based programs, Employee Assistance Programs. 5

6 INTERNSHIPS & SUPERVISION Edna Manley College may be able to provide internships outside of the Region. When this occurs there will be a separate cost in addition to the cost of the program. These internship opportunities are developed through collaborations with a variety of agencies. Individuals who are considering this must discuss this with the administration to determine if this is available at that time. There will be two supervisors - an onsite task supervisor and a Registered Art Therapist supervisor. The Art Therapist will visit the internship site at least once during the internship. Supervision may take place on site, at Edna Manley College or by virtual. Other forms of distance learning support will be provided. ART THERAPY INTERNSHIPS IN OTHER REGIONS In order to accommodate individuals from across the Caribbean two classes will be offered in the Summer term. This will allow those individuals who are from other regions of the Caribbean to participate in two intensive 3 credit courses Theories and Practice of Art Therapy and Professional Ethics in Art Therapy during the summer (3 weeks). These individuals who successfully complete the 6 credits will then complete the Lifespan Development modules during the Fall semester and move on to the Internship in the Spring. If a particular region has 20 or more individuals who wish to participate in the Certificate Program. Edna Manley reserves the right to review the cohort and may decide to provide the classes at an off campus location. Every effort will be made to provide on site supervision. When this is not possible the college will ask certified/licensed members of the Caribbean Art Therapy Association (CATA) to supervise. Support will also be provided by the virtual office/classroom to fulfill this requirement. The college will provide one certified copy of the transcript at the time of Graduation. There will be a cost for subsequent transcripts. Individuals who successfully complete the Certificate Program in Art Therapy will be eligible to become Associate Members of the Caribbean Art Therapy Association (CATA). 6

7 CERTIFICATE ART THERAPY COURSES Courses are taught in consecutive five-week modules. It is a combination of on campus classes and online classes (i.e., virtual classroom). Individuals without internet access will come on campus to participate. Internet access will be made available. SEQUENCE OF ART THERAPY COURSES YEAR I SEMESTER I MODULES I - III Code Course Credits AT001A Child Abuse for the Mandated Reporter 0 AT002A Elder Abuse for the Mandated Reported 0 AT000A Arts Practices for Non-Art Majors 3 AT101A Theories and Practice for Art Therapy 3 AT102A Professional Ethics in Art Therapy 3 YEAR I SEMESTER II MODULES IV - V Code Course Credits AT103B Art Therapy across the Life Span Children 3 AT104B Art Therapy across the Life Span Adolescents 3 AT105B Art Therapy across the Life Span Adults 3 AT117B Art Therapy Certificate Internship & Supervision (225 hrs) 3 7

8 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS AT000A Arts Practices for Non Art Majors 0 Credits (Prerequisite) This course is designed to prepare clinicians who do not hold a Bachelors or Diploma in Art to receive some basic knowledge of the field. The course will introduce participants to the field of Art. Participants will be introduced to various art forms and develop an appropriate art vocabulary and become familiar with the methods and materials used to produce art. AT101A Theories and Practices of Art Therapy 3 Credits This course is designed to give the student an introduction to the field of Art Therapy. It will provide an historical overview of the field which will include the evolution of the field as more scientific data such as neuroscience has become available. The students will be made aware of the range of art therapy modalities and approaches that can be used for children, adolescents, adults and the elderly. Prerequisite AT000 - Arts Practices for Non Art Majors AT102A Professional Ethics in Art Therapy 3 Credits This course will provide an overview of issues in law and ethics as it applies to the Art Therapist such as Licensure, values, legal and ethical responsibilities, malpractice, confidentiality, and the development of a professional identity. The course will be offered in a blended manner, that is, both in person and in the virtual classroom. Prerequisites AT000 - Arts Practices for Non Art Majors & AT101A - Theories & Practices of Art Therapy AT001A Child Abuse for the Mandated Reporter 0 Credits This course is designed to equip the participants with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize child abuse and neglect; what it is, how to recognize it, how to report it to the central registry in each parish. Students will learn how to submit a written report to fulfill the legal duties of being a mandated reporter. Students will understand that child abuse and neglect needs to be reported in a timely manner so that effective intervention by the local authorities can protect the child and get help for the family. 8

9 AT002A Elder Abuse for the Mandated Reporter 0 Credits This course is designed to equip the participants with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize elder abuse and neglect; what it is, how to recognize it, how to report it to the central registry in each parish. Students will learn how to submit a written report to fulfill the legal duties. Students will understand that elder abuse and neglect needs to be reported in a timely manner so that effective intervention by the local authorities can protect the elderly and get help for the family. AT103B Art Therapy across the Life Span - Children 3 credits Virtual Classroom This course provides an overview of Human Growth and Development and the Social Environment over the period of Module III. The course will be taught online. The three-credit course will be taught over the period of five weeks for nine hours each week. The course will address normal behaviors at various developmental stages of the first twelve years of life and the pathology that might occur when the developmental tasks are not mastered in an appropriate manner. The various treatment modalities available for children will be examined. Students will be able to apply theoretical framework to assessing and providing interventions for the various stages of development. Prerequisites AT101A Theories & Practices of Art Therapy - AT102A Professional Ethics in Art Therapy - AT001A Child Abuse for the Mandated Reporter - AT002A Elder Abuse for the Mandated Reporter AT104B Art Therapy across the Life Span - Adolescence 3 credits Virtual Classroom This course provides an overview of Human Growth and Development and the Social Environment over the period of one Module. The course will be taught online. The three-credit course will be taught over the period of five weeks for nine hours each week. The course will address normal behaviors at various developmental stages of the second twelve years of life and the pathology that might occur when the developmental tasks are not mastered in an appropriate manner. The various treatment modalities available for adolescents will be examined. Students will be able to apply theoretical framework to assessing and providing interventions for the various stages of adolescent development. Prerequisites AT101A Theories & Practices of Art Therapy - AT102A Professional Ethics in Art Therapy 9

10 - AT001A Child Abuse for the Mandated Reporter - AT002A Elder Abuse for themandated Reporter - AT103A Art Therapy Across the Lifespan - Children AT105B Art Therapy across the Life Span - Adult 3 Credits Virtual Classroom This course provides an overview of Human Growth and Development and the Social Environment over the period of Module V. The course will be taught online. The three-credit course will be taught over the period of five weeks for nine hours each week. The course will address normal behaviors at various developmental stages of the second twelve years of life and the pathology that might occur when the developmental tasks are not mastered in an appropriate manner. The various treatment modalities available for adults will be examined. Students will be able to apply theoretical framework to assessing and providing interventions for the various stages of adult development. Prerequisites AT101A Theories & Practices of Art Therapy - AT102A Professional Ethics in Art Therapy - AT001A Child Abuse for the Mandated Reporter - AT002A Elder Abuse for the Mandated Reporter - AT103A Art Therapy Across the Lifespan - Children - AT104B Art Therapy Across the Lifespan - Adolescence AT117B Art Therapy Certificate Internship & Internship Supervision 3 Credits The Certificate Program requires two hundred and twenty-five (225) hours of experience under the supervision of a Registered Masters level Art Therapist. The Internship hours must be done consecutively. All placements will have a task supervisor who may or may not be a clinician however the school will ensure that the students have a clinician who will provide ongoing supervision. An Art Therapist from the Faculty will be assigned to the student. Internships are available in health Care, Early Childhood Settings, Mental Health, Schools. Each Intern will receive individual and group supervision. 10

11 POST GRADUATE ART THERAPY CERTIFICATE PROGRAM SCHEDULE OPTION 1 AUGUST 2012 JUNE 2013 This schedule applies to students with no documented study in Art that have been accepted. Deadline for Application & Supporting Documents July 27, 2012 Review of Applications Aug 8 17, 2012 Orientation - AT001A - Child Abuse for the Mandated Reporter Sept 4-6, 2012 & AT002A Elder Abuse for the Mandate Reporter included AT000A Arts Practices for Non Art Majors Sept 10 Oct 12, 2012 AT101A Theories & Practices of Art Therapy Oct 29 Nov 30, 2012 AT102A Professional Ethics of Art Therapy Dec 17, 2012 Feb 1, 2013 AT103B Art Therapy across the Lifespan Children Feb 18 Mar 22, 2013 AT104B Art Therapy across the Lifespan Adolescent Apr 8 May 10, 2013 AT105B Art Therapy across the Lifespan Adults May 27 June 28, 2013 AT106B Art Therapy Internship & Supervision Feb 4 May 31, 2013 Comprehensive Exam June 2013 Final Projects Due June 2013 Orientation [Tues. Sept. 4, pm], [Wed. Sept. 5, am-4pm] & [Thurs. Sept 6, am-4pm] AT001A Child Abuse for the Mandated Reporter 0 Credits Wed. Sept. 5, am-12pm AT002A Elder Abuse for the Mandated Reporter 0 Credits Thur. Sept. 6, am-12pm 11

12 AT000A Arts Practices for Non-Art Majors 3 Credits Sept. 10 Oct. 12, pm-7pm (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday) AT101A Theories and Practices of Art Therapy 3 Credits Oct. 29 Nov. 30, pm-7pm (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday) AT102A Professional Ethics in Art Therapy 3 Credits Dec. 17, 2012 Feb 1, pm-7pm Blended (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday) AT103B Art Therapy across the Life Span - Children 3 credits Feb Mar. 22, 2013 Online (Days & Times TBA) AT104B Art Therapy across the Life Span - Adolescent 3 credits Apr. 8 May 10, 2013 Online (Days & Times TBA) AT105B Art Therapy across the Life Span - Adult 3 Credits May 27 June 28, 2013 Online (Days & Times TBA) AT117B Art Therapy Certificate Internship 3 Credits February May 2013 or External Internship June - July 2013 Art Therapy Internship Supervision (Days & Times TBA) COMPREHENSIVE EXAM - JUNE 2013 COMPLETION OF PROJECTS - JUNE 2013 GRADUATION NOVEMBER

13 POST GRADUATE ART THERAPY CERTIFICATE PROGRAM SCHEDULE OPTION 2 AUGUST 2012 JUNE 2013 This schedule applies to students with documented study in Art that have been accepted. Deadline for Application & Supporting Documents July 27, 2012 Review of Applications Aug 8 17, 2012 Orientation- AT001A - Child Abuse for the Mandated Reporter Sept 4-6, 2012 & AT002A Elder Abuse for the Mandate Reporter included AT101A Theories & Practices of Art Therapy Sept 10 Oct 12, 2012 AT102A Professional Ethics of Art Therapy Oct 29 Nov 30, 2012 AT103B Art Therapy across the Lifespan Children Jan 7 Feb 8, 2013 AT104B Art Therapy across the Lifespan Adolescent Feb 25 Mar 29, 2013 AT105B Art Therapy across the Lifespan Adult Apr 15 May 17, 2013 AT106B Art Therapy Internship & Supervision Feb 4 May 31, 2013 Comprehensive Exam June 2013 Final Projects Due June 2013 Orientation [Tues. Sept. 4, pm], [Wed. Sept. 5, am-4pm] & [Thurs. Sept 6, am-4pm] AT001A Child Abuse for the Mandated Reporter 0 Credits Wed. Sept. 5, am-12pm AT002A Elder Abuse for the Mandated Reporter 0 Credits Thur. Sept. 6, am-12pm AT101A Theories and Practices of Art Therapy 3 Credits Sept. 10 Oct. 12, pm-7pm 13

14 (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday) AT102A Professional Ethics in Art Therapy 3 Credits Oct. 29 Nov. 30, pm-7pm Blended (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday) AT103B Art Therapy across the Life Span - Children 3 credits Jan. 7 Feb. 8, 2013 Online (Days & Times TBA) AT104B Art Therapy across the Life Span - Adolescent 3 credits Feb. 25 Mar 29, 2013 Online (Days & Times TBA) AT105B Art Therapy across the Life Span - Adult 3 Credits Apr. 15 May 17, 2013 Online (Days & Times TBA) AT117B Art Therapy Certificate Internship 3 Credits February 4 May 31, 2013 or External Internship June - July 2013 Art Therapy Internship Supervision (Days & Times TBA) COMPREHENSIVE EXAM - JUNE 2013 COMPLETION OF PROJECTS - JUNE 2013 GRADUATION NOVEMBER