Art Therapy Concentration
Concentration in Art Therapy (48 credits)
The Art Therapy concentration presents for the student a particular focus designed to lead to a graduate art therapy program. The program offers the student a rich and varied background in media and techniques of art that is important as a vocabulary for the art therapist. Also, the art therapy student acquires the psychology courses needed to prepare for this rewarding field.
Where Will Your Degree Take You?
Art Therapist
Requirements for Concentration in Art Therapy
The Art Therapy concentration presents for the student a particular focus designed to lead to a graduate art therapy program. The program offers the student a rich and varied background in media and techniques of art that is important as a vocabulary for the art therapist. Also, the art therapy student acquires the psychology courses needed to prepare for this rewarding field.
Program Of Study (60 Credits)
I. Understand the History of the Visual Arts: Take AH 230 Art History I, and AH 231 Art History II.
II. Demonstrate Advanced Undergraduate Expertise in One of the Following Areas: Art History, Studio Art, Graphic Design, or Photography: Choice of six three-credit courses (excluding Art History I&II) in one of the following concentrations, at least one of which is at the 300 level: Art History, Studio Art, Graphic Design, Photography.
III. Possess the Knowledge and Skills Necessary to Assume Management Positions in Organizations Dedicated to the Visual Arts.