Healing Through Art
Overview
Creating art is a journey of personal expression and self-awareness that increases resilience and boosts well-being. It can be a powerful mechanism for anyone coping with grief, stress, or anxiety.
This 6-week, instructor-led course will help you understand how art can facilitate healing. The course content includes tools, readings, and videos, with personal feedback from an expert instructor. No artistic experience required.
Course Testimonial
"Being immersed for six weeks in the subject matter and interacting with a group of peers was a great way to learn and to be inspired. Getting the opportunity to practice facilitating a group and to be on the participant end was incredibly valuable. This course exceeded my expectations and I feel well prepared to facilitate my own group in expressive art and wellness." — S. Del Core, Community Volunteer
What You'll Learn
- Overview of art and how it facilitates healing
- Learn about the history of healing arts and how to structure healing arts sessions
- Develop an understanding for the client-centered approach to build rapport
- Learn communication strategies to promote insight and healing
- Completion of a hands-on visual arts activity
What You'll Earn
24 continuing education (CE) credits provided through California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) Extended Learning, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Who Should Enroll
Anyone interested in integrative approaches that build resilience, address grief, and/or promote healing for people facing serious illness or other challenges
Completion and Refunds
Cancellations may be made up to the day before the first day of the course; a refund will be issued minus an administrative fee of $35. No refunds are possible for withdrawals once the course starts.
