AT-130 Aesthetic Engagement Ext Assessmnt Lev 1 (0 credits)
The student use 4-5 works of their own art from the semester to analyze her personal process of growth and understanding as related to their use of the creative domains of artmaking, their understanding of the Art Frameworks (Content-Form-Intent, Intent-Form-Content, Constructionist, and Community Arts Framework), and the ways in which their art making reflects the nature of their aesthetic responsiveness while reflecting or connecting to their values.
Prerequisite(s): A-189S
AT-210 Art Therapy Field Experience 1 (1 credit)
In this course the student applies their knowledge in guided observation and interaction with art therapy participants and on-site professionals. Must file application and placement form with Art Therapy Field Coordinator. See Art Department Resource Page in Moodle.
AT-215 Art Therapy Field Experience 2 (1 credit)
The student applies art-therapy frameworks through the development of appropriate therapeutic plans, applying models of effective interaction and facilitating therapeutic plans developed by others. Placements include long-term care facilities, rehabilitation programs, adult day programs, or community youth programs. Must file application and placement form with Art Therapy Field Coordinator. See Art Dept Resource Page on Moodle for more information.
AT-230 Aesthetic Engagement Ext Assessmnt Lev 2 (0 credits)
The student attends a Level 2 External Assessment and provides feedback to the participating Level 1 students on their strengths and areas needing improvement as they discuss their use of the art elements and principles of design, their applications of the creative domains/models of art making and their ability to analyze their applications of the visual arts frameworks.
Prerequisite(s): AT-130
AT-285 Art Therapy (3 credits)
Offered in Fall Terms only The student explores the theory, techniques and practical material necessary to evolve into a competent professional. The student develops an understanding of the art therapist's ability to effect therapeutic change with a variety of populations.
AT-301 Communication (0 credits)
This required interactive course prepares participants for clinical practice by providing an opportunity to learn and practice skills in an interprofessional environment. Students will practice interprofessional communication in a simulated health care team to prepare for actively contributing to enhanced patient safety and attainment of quality outcomes in the practice setting.
AT-302 Values and Ethics (0 credits)
This required interactive course is designed to provide participants with the opportunity to learn and practice skills in an interprofessional environment to prepare them for clinical practice. Students will work with individuals of other professions in a simulated team environment to develop a climate of mutual respect, shared values, and ethical principles that will prepare learners for team-based care that is focused on patient safety and attainment of quality outcomes.
Prerequisite(s): AT-301
AT-303 Roles and Responsibilities (0 credits)
This required interactive course is designed to provide participants with the opportunity to learn and practice skills in an interprofessional environment to prepare them for clinical practice. Students will engage with individuals of other professions in a simulated context to learn about various roles and responsibilities of healthcare professionals and the impact on patient safety and attainment of quality outcomes.
Prerequisite(s): AT-302
AT-304 Teams and Teamwork (0 credits)
This required interactive course is designed to provide participants with the opportunity to learn and practice skills in an interprofessional environment to prepare them for clinical practice. Students will engage with individuals of other professions in a simulated context to learn about various aspects of teams and teamwork in the healthcare setting and how they impact patient safety and attainment of quality outcomes.
Prerequisite(s): AT-303
AT-330 Aesthetic Engagement Ext Assessmnt Lev 3 (0 credits)
The student applies a knowledge of the creative domains in the context of art frameworks for interpretation (critical/analytical, constructionist, deconstructionist or Formal) and engagement (content-form-intent, intent-form-content, Community Arts,) and the aesthetic models to the art works of others as they articulate the role and responsibility of the students in their Level 4 Aesthetic Engagement External Assessment.
Prerequisite(s): AT-230 and Aesthetic Engagement Level 2 validation.
AT-386 Media & Methods in Art Therapy (3 credits)
In this course students will directly explore media and methods in both art therapy and art education settings. This course focuses on adapting tools, materials, and processes for various populations across the lifespan.
Prerequisite(s): AT-285
AT-387 Adaptive Field Experience (1 credit)
The student applies therapeutic skills in small-group or one-to-one clinical settings, and develops the ability to integrate knowledge with skills of social interaction and communication.
AT-387A Clinical Experience in Art Therapy (1 credit)
The student applies therapeutic skills in small-group or one-to-one clinical settings, and develops the ability to integrate knowledge with skills of social interaction and communication. Must file application & placement form with Art Therapy Field Coordinator. See Art Resource page on Moodle for more information.
AT-395 Ext Assessmnt Aesthetic Engagement Lev 4 (0 credits)
The student demonstrates integration of discipline domains, frameworks and models in their own work to an external audience. See A/AE/AT/MDIA-395 Moodle page for additional information and instruction. Must observe Level 5 presentations.
AT-396 Art Therapy & Practical Application (3 credits)
Course offered in Spring terms only. Drawing on the student's previous experience in the disciplines of visual art, art therapy & psychology, as well as their prior learning in communication, social interaction, effective citizenship and problem solving, this course will assist the student in developing the skills necessary for assessing, planning, facilitating, adapting & evaluating therapeutic art processes for older adolescents, adults, and the aged. Classroom discussions and hands-on therapeutic art will assist the student to deepen their understanding of the relationships between theory and practice in working with psychiatric populations across the lifespan. These areas will assist the student in clarifying whether a career in art therapy matches the student's own goals, abilities, values, and interests, and supports them in focusing on employments contexts.
AT-400 Ext Assessmnt Aesthetic Engagement Lev 5 (0 credits)
The student assembles their work to date in a portfolio and presents it to an audience of peers and faculty.
Prerequisite(s): AT-395
AT-410 Art Therapy Field Experience 4 (1 credit)
The student develops their ability to assume the role of art therapist and to meet client needs through developing and implementing effective therapeutic plans. Typical placements might include youth and adult residential facilities and community-based settings, such as programs for those affected by domestic violence or mental illness. Must file application and placement form with Art Therapy Field Coordinator. See Art Dept Resource Page on Moodle for more information.
AT-450 Ext Assessmnt Aesthetic Engagement Lev 6 (0 credits)
The student uses feedback from their level 5 portfolio assessment and upper-level course frameworks to develop a significant body of advanced arts research for public gallery presentation.
AT-482 Ext Assessmnt Effective Citizenship Lev4 (0 credits)
The student participates in the planning and implementation of a community art project.
Prerequisite(s): AE-285 or AT-285, AE-386 or AT-386 or AT-396, 7-3
AT-485 Practicum in Art Therapy (4 credits)
In this course, art therapy majors apply various aspects of therapeutic art techniques in non-school settings with individuals and groups across the life span. The student draws on their knowledge of art techniques and art therapy methods, using art as a treatment medium to provide services. Must file application and placement form with Art Therapy Director. See Art Dept. Resource Page in Moodle for more information.
Prerequisite(s): AT-410