Clinical Program: Online Pathway

Open to Licensed Therapists, Counselors, Clinical Social Workers, Psychologists, Licensed Associates, and Graduate Students (preferably in internship).

This program provides a solid foundation in Expressive Arts (EXA) practices through experiential and didactic learning, and by encouraging creative inquiry. Special focus is put on creative practice, and the exploration of the intermodal process of EXA as we dive into a sampling of various arts modalities and prepare for offering EXA to individuals and groups.

“Now I see creative arts and the healing process as inextricably linked. I see them as symbiotically connected and truly strengthened by one another.”

-Chris Porter, former graduate – read more, here.

Upon graduation you will receive a professional certificate in Expressive Arts Therapy. Earning this professional certificate meets the education requirements towards REAT. It allows you to claim that you use expressive arts therapy as a therapeutic approach. That you have received extensive training and a certificate from NWCEAI. See our FAQs for further information. 

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Program Requirements Overview

Professional Certificate received upon completion of Level One & Level Two

Online level 1

program overview

January – July

Level 1 includes:

  • 65 hours of classes (asynchronous & synchronous)
  • 14 hours of mentor groups
  • 6 hours of individual mentoring
  • Clinicians can receive up to 30 CEs! 

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Please note that not all dates/times are finalized and are subject to change, based on faculty discretion.

Level One Objectives:

  • Understand the principles, as well as cultural and theoretical underpinnings, of expressive arts practices.
  • Explore the principles of integrating multiple art forms (visual arts, movement, music, drama, writing) in therapy.
  • Engage in reflective creative practices to deepen self-awareness and personal growth.
  • Explore how expressive arts techniques can be applied to facilitate personal growth, self-awareness, and emotional healing.
  • Develop proficiency in facilitating expressive arts activities and invitations.
  • Learn techniques for creating a safe and supportive environment for the facilitation and practice of EXA.

Financial Investment for Level 1:

Synchronous & Asynchronous Courses: $2925.00
7 Mentor Supervision Meetings: $595.00
6 Individual Mentor Supervision Meetings: $510.00
Administrative Fee: $170.00
Level One Program Total: $4200.00

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Online level 2

program overview

Begins Fall after Level 1 Completion

Level 2 includes:

  • 42 hours of classes (asynchronous & synchronous)
  • 20 hours of supervision groups
  • 10 hours of individual supervision
  • 200 Practicum Hours

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Please note that not all dates/times are finalized and are subject to change, based on faculty discretion.

Level Two Objectives:

  • Develop proficiency in using expressive arts activities and applications.
  • Engage in resources, research, and development of EXA modifications for various populations.
  • Learn trauma-informed approaches to expressive arts therapy.
  • Gain practical experience through supervised clinical practicum
  • Continue exploration of Expressive Arts modalities through electives coursework.

Financial Investment for Level 2:

Synchronous & Asynchronous Courses & Electives: $1482.00
Group Mentor Supervision Meetings: Program requires minimum 20 hours while acquiring practicum hours. 20 hours group supervision = ~$850.00
Minimum 10 Individual Mentor Supervision Meetings: ~$850.00
Level Two Program Total: Approximately $3182.00 (Investment total may fluctuate depending on timeline to complete 200 practicum hours.)

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