Counsellor (Arts Therapy) in private practice and Community Services

Lifestyle Coordinator

Support Worker in Therapeutic Settings

VPAU001 - Complete orientation and induction in an arts therapy environment

VPAU607 - Design, implement and monitor drama program in a therapeutic setting

VPAU002 - Develop and implement an arts program in a therapeutic setting

CHCGROUP403D - Plan and conduct group activities

VPAU608 - Develop and implement a person centred arts approach to providing counselling support to client

CHCORG428A - Reflect and improve upon professional practice

VPAU606 - Develop a narrative for application in a therapeutic setting

CHCCS422A - Respond holistically to client issues and refer appropriately

HLTHIR403B - Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers

CHCCM503C - Develop, facilitate and monitor all aspects of case management

CHCCOM504A - Develop, implement and review services and programs to meet clients needs

VPAU609 - Implement arts therapy processes when working with clients in transition

CHCCS400A - Work within a legal and ethical framework

VPAU004 - Implement a creative process of inquiry in a therapeutic setting

CHCCS401B - Facilitate responsible behaviour

CUVVSP38A - Research and experiment with techniques to produce performance art

CHCOHS312A - Follow safety procedures for direct care work

VPAU003 - Investigate and conduct reflection on lived experience

CHCMH301B - Work effectively in mental health

CHCRH503A - Develop leisure and health programs for clients with special needs

Course fees can vary. Also, depending on your situation, you may be eligible for government subsidised training or other exemptions may apply. For more information check the FAQs and the 'Fees and charges' page on this website. Or you can call 1300 CHISHOLM (1300 244 746) or email us your enquiry Refer to website for a guide to fees and charges http://www.chisholm.edu.au/Applying/Fees

Study in the first year introduces philosophy and skills incorporated in Arts Therapy and to the creative process on inquiry. Focus is on the exploration of lived experience, the application of counselling skills and the development of arts programs that promote creativity, self expression and reflection for health and wellbeing.

The second year builds on the skills and knowledge gained in the first year. Focus is on deepening the application of counselling skills incorporating a person centred approach, developing a multi modal approach to arts programming, the completion of a practicum in a simulated work environment.