Art Therapy
Certificate Programme
Every child is an artist. The problem is
how to remain an artist once we grow up.
-- Pablo Picasso
AT2111
Art Therapy for
Children
The world from a children's perspective is hugely different from that of an adult. Their psychological changes across development, emotions, cognition, and art expression are unique. These factors shall be taken into consideration when conducting art therapy interventions for them. In this course, you will perceive the world from children’s perspective, and understand the psychological development of children from 0 to 12 years old, including possible emotions and trauma caused by problematic parenting. You will learn to help the children effectively regulate their inner world through the use of art. Early mature children and gifted children, as well as children family therapy will also be covered in the course.
Course Objective
Child Psychology
Acquire knowledge about the developmental psychology of toddlers and children aged from 0 to 12 years old.
Child Art Therapy
Learn about the principles and application of art therapy in correspondent to common issues.
Beauty of Children’s World
Appreciate the beauty of child’s world by viewing it from child’s perspective.
Self-Review & Adjustment
Review on own development and life to make positive adjustment with the aim of enhancing the ability and motivation to help others.
