Program Overview

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Expressive Arts Therapy Graduate Certificate

The Expressive Arts Therapy Graduate Certificate at Appalachian State University offers specialized skills in art therapy training, such as therapeutic rapport-building, creative expression facilitation, and emotional insight development. Graduates will be able to complement existing professional roles in education, counseling, social work, and healthcare by providing new avenues for client interaction and intervention.

Application Deadlines

• Spring Admission: November 1
• Fall Admission: July 1

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements vary by program.

Location

The program is located on the Boone campus.

Program Description

The Graduate Certificate in Expressive Arts Therapy provides students with the opportunity to explore the transformative power of creativity through art-making activities while meeting the needs of individuals from a variety of backgrounds.

Concentrations and Courses

• Expressive Arts Therapy
  • 202526 Course Catalog

Careers

Graduates of the program can pursue careers as:

• Expressive Arts Therapist
• Mental Health Counselor Some of these roles may require education beyond a graduate certificate. Employers can be found in educational, counseling, arts, and medical settings.

Department and College

The program is offered by the Department of Counseling, Family Therapy, and Higher Education within the Reich College of Education. Appalachian State University is a national leader in teacher education and has earned a Research 2 Carnegie Classification, recognizing the university's high research activity and doctorate production. The university has also been recognized as a top five school for innovation and a best college for value.