University of Derby

An Introduction to Art Therapy Supervision

University of Derby

Course overview

• The history and development of supervision • Models of supervision • The supervisory frame • Group dynamics in supervision • Unconscious processes in supervision • Working with the image in supervision

Key highlights

  • Covers the history and development of clinical supervision
  • Explores models of supervision and the supervisory frame
  • Examines group dynamics and unconscious processes in supervision
  • Focuses on working with the image in supervision

Entry requirements

  • Additional condition: professional_registration — …experience and hold current professional registration or accreditation with HCPC, UKCP, BACP or similar All applicants will be required to provide clinical supervision to less experienced art therapist colleagu…

Scholarships

  • 10% Alumni Discount

    All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • 25% Alumni Discount

    The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.

  • Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship

    Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.

    Up to £1,000
  • Full Payment Discount

    If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Talented Athlete Award

    Please contact the provider.

  • Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships

    Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Art therapy clinical supervisor
  • Senior art psychotherapist
  • Art therapy practice placement supervisor
  • Lead art therapist

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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