The Level 7 Arts Therapist (Degree) (HCPC 2022) apprenticeship standard has been approved for delivery since 5th April 2019.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to use art, drama or music to carry out therapy interventions to improve a person’s mental, physical health and wellbeing. Arts Therapists are both artists in their chosen field and psychological therapists. They use art, drama or music as their primary mode of communication. Arts therapies can help to enhance general development, autonomy, social interaction and communication skills and can support both mental and physical rehabilitation.
In their daily work, an arts therapist interacts with a wide range of service users, of all ages, who may have a variety of difficulties, disabilities or diagnoses, such as emotional, social, behavioural or mental health problems, learning or physical disabilities, injuries, life-limiting conditions, neurological conditions or physical illnesses. Arts therapy sessions may be delivered individually or in groups, depending on service users’ needs. Arts therapists work closely with their team to provide and receive ongoing managerial, clinical and professional supervision and support.
The University of Roehampton London has created a survey to seek input into its development. The survey will take approximately 4 minutes to complete and closes on 6th September 2024.
Check out our page with resources and pathways tool dedicated to Arts Therapies.