10701NAT Advanced Diploma of Transpersonal Therapy (Art Therapy)
10701NAT Advanced Diploma of Transpersonal Therapy (Art Therapy)
A CCM Expressive Arts qualification can lead to a rewarding career as an Art Therapist and Counsellor.
Download a course brochure and find out more
Download a course brochure and find out more
A CCM Expressive Arts qualification can lead to a rewarding career as an Art Therapist and Counsellor.
Course overview
Our 10701NAT Advanced Diploma of Transpersonal Therapy (Art Therapy) (TAT) course is unique in its approach to health and well being. The course unites ancient and modern wisdom. The course is based on a shamanic model and is underpinned with the scientific theory and insights of both mainstream and transpersonal psychology as our students learn the therapeutic qualities of drawing, clay work, sculpture, painting, pastels and collage creation. It’s a journey of individual discovery that empowers you with the skills to guide others on their quests to take control of their own health and well being. This is a highly experiential and practical course that is incredibly valuable for people who want to work in mapping and navigating life crises and transitions. The depth of knowledge you’ll gain also enables you to work effectively with both mental health issues and spiritual crises as well as how to differentiate between the two.
The focus of our 10701NAT Advanced Diploma of Transpersonal Therapy (Art Therapy) is on individual therapy, but it also equips you with skills for group work. You’ll leave us with a profound understanding of the psyche and a range of techniques to explore it, which opens up a wide range of career options in both clinic and organisational work.
Double Diploma Option
With our new offering you can graduate with two Diplomas. You can complete the 10701NAT Advanced Diploma of Transpersonal Therapy (Art Therapy) and the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling. We are delivering the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling in partnership with the Ikon Institute. This course is on the Priority Qualifications List and Eligible for Vocational Student Loans.
- Add to your skill set by graduating with two Diplomas.
- Student loan available up to $10,000
- Nationally accredited qualification
- Graduates of the CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling can get membership with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). Membership with ACA opens up a lot of employment opportunities.
Why study this course with CCM?
- You will receive comprehensive specialist training to support your career and life goals.
- It is the only comprehensive art therapy course based on a psychological – spiritual model in NSW.
- Our teachers are highly trained practitioners and leaders in their field.
- The 10701NAT Advanced Diploma of Transpersonal Therapy (Art Therapy) is a nationally and industry recognised and endorsed qualification. Graduates can gain membership and insurance through Holistic Therapists Australia (HTA) and International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT).
- When you study with CCM you join a dedicated, focused and passionate community of career-minded students that have a strong network which supports each other.
Who is the course for?
This course appeals to a wide range of people, from all walks of life. Some students come with a love of art and a desire to help others, or have an interest in combining art with the spiritual aspect of life. Others already have some training in areas such as psychology but realise they lack the right counselling skills or want to expand their knowledge. For many though, art therapy offers a new career direction when their current job no longer offers any satisfaction.
Subjects
- Foundations of Transpersonal Practice
- Foundations of Clinical Art Therapy
- Working with Symbols and Images
- Navigating the Psyche
- Crises, Transitions and Healing Across the Life-Cycle
- Mental Health Issues and Approaches
- Transpersonal Psychology Approaches to Mental Health
- Counselling and Communication Skills
- Counselling Skills: Transpersonal Analysis
- Professional Practice Issues
- Transpersonal Practice: Ethical and Legal Guidelines
- Placement
Career Outcomes
The depth of knowledge you’ll gain enables you to work effectively with both mental health issues and spiritual crises as well as how to differentiate between the two. The focus of this course is on individual therapy, but it also equips you with skills for group work. You’ll leave us with a profound understanding of the psyche and a range of techniques to explore it, which opens up a wide range of career options in both clinic and organisational work. Graduates have gained employment in organisations such as art therapy/counselling services, government agencies, alcohol and drug centres, rehabilitation and outreach services, health centres, schools and of course private practice.
Our Expressive Arts Faculty who teach this course
Our courses are led by a team of highly skilled and richly experienced staff. Please click on an image below to read their stories.
See what our graduates say about this course
A CCM Expressive Arts qualification can lead to a rewarding career as an Art Therapist and Counsellor. Sile shares her success in helping others improve their lives and find true meaning.
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The college really is at the cutting edge area of health. It’s quiet frankly an education that is second to none.
I started studying with CCM when I was already working as a Psychotherapist when I realised I needed more than simply ‘Talk Therapy’ to support my clients needs. In my prior training we had not really explored Expressive Therapies or the power role of the Transpersonal but CCM offered the perfect integration of both.
The Transpersonal Counselling Advanced Diploma course has changed my lifestyle, my relationships and my personal and professional goals in life. I now teach Yoga with a different and improved perspective and hold space for my students to incorporate yogic techniques while maintaining a connection to their heart and embracing their own unique rhythm.
When I decided to study Kinesiology, it was important to me that I had the best education possible. I did a lot of research and decided that the College of Complementary Medicine was the only option.
The incredible camaraderie and sense of community encouraged at CCM goes beyond the classroom to faculty management and administration. I haven’t experienced this sense of belonging at any other college and found that it made learning so much more enjoyable and valuable.
Course Information
We have two (2) study options available for our TAT course: Full Time and Night Class.
APPLICABLE TO
Domestic students only.
DURATION
18 months
START DATES & TIMETABLE
20th October, 2018 (Surry Hills Campus)
CLASS TIMES
9.30AM-4.30PM
COURSE STRUCTURE
Day Class: classes run on the weekends every 3 – 4 weeks.
METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
All assessments that form part of this course are competency-based, with a result of Competent or Not Yet Competent (NYC). Types of assessment in this course include; practical observations, assignments, short answer questions, student clinic, case studies and presentations.
FEES
2018 fee information – pricing and payment options.
All face to face classes are limited to 30 participants, and as such all applications are processed on a first come, first served basis.
APPLICABLE TO
Domestic students only.
DURATION
12 months
START DATES & TIMETABLE
Feb, 2019 (Pymble Campus)
CLASS TIMES
9.30AM-4.30PM
COURSE STRUCTURE
Day Class: Classes run for 2 consecutive days (Wed & Thu), 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off.
Night Class: Classes run 2 nights a week from 6pm – 9pm.
METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
All assessments that form part of this course are competency-based, with a result of Competent or Not Yet Competent (NYC). Types of assessment in this course include; practical observations, assignments, short answer questions, student clinic, case studies and presentations.
FEES
2018 fee information – pricing and payment options.
All face to face classes are limited to 30 participants, and as such all applications are processed on a first come, first served basis.
APPLICABLE TO
Domestic students only.
DURATION
12 months
START DATES & TIMETABLES
Sydney City Campus: 5th July, 2018
CLASS TIMES
6pm-9pm
COURSE STRUCTURE
Classes run every Tuesday and Thursday night for the duration of 12 months.
METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
All assessments that form part of this course are competency-based, with a result of Competent or Not Yet Competent (NYC). Types of assessment in this course include; practical observations, assignments, short answer questions, student clinic, case studies and presentations.
FEES
2018 fee information – pricing and payment options.
All face to face classes are limited to 30 participants, and as such all applications are processed on a first come, first served basis.
This qualification is recognised by:
- Holistic Therapists Australia (HTA)
- International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT).
Entry Requirements
Although there are no course-specific entry requirements to study this qualification, CCM does ensure that all students who wish to study with us are also suitable.
To determine suitability and ensure all enrolled students can successfully complete the course, CCM assesses a potential student’s Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills, computer literacy and suitability to the course they wish to enrol in.
LLN
To establish Language Literacy and Numeracy skills, CCM requires students to provide evidence in the form of:
- a Certificate III or higher qualification; or
- an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) assessment result of Level 3 or above; or
- a Higher School Certificate (HSC), or equivalent, with 50% or more, in both Math and English.
Computer Literacy
As all courses offered by CCM incorporate use of CCM’s online learning platform, whether it be in accessing course materials or submitting course work for assessment, CCM requires all students to have:
- access to a computer for the duration of the course;
- access to the internet as required; and
- computer literacy skills at Level 3 of the ACSF.
Course Suitability
As part of the enrolment process, each student is also interviewed to ascertain their individual interests in undertaking the course, to ensure it is suitable for both their personal and career aspirations. Dependent on the outcome of the discussion, Course Advisors are able to suggest the most appropriate course, location and mode of delivery for the individual student.