BFA in Pre-Art Therapy

Southern Arkansas University - Main Campus

The Pre-Art Therapy program is a collaboration between the Department of Art and Design and the Department of Behavioral Sciences, uniting mental health with the creative process. The curriculum prepares those seeking admittance to a master’s program in art therapy or a master’s in counseling or related fields emphasizing art therapy.Art therapy is an integrative profession that enriches lives through active art-making, applied psychological theory, and human experience. Students will acquire a broad understanding of the applications, theories, and career paths when preparing to apply to accredited art therapy or other related counseling graduate programs.Students will be able to communicate orally, visually and in written form to support a visual art or design decision.Students will understand art in terms of its civic and ethical impact.Students critically analyze visual design problems, synthesize information and create pieces with corresponding written or oral language to support their outcomes. Students employ traditional art techniques and technological knowledge necessary to work in the art and design community.Students use the tools and technology related to their specific concentration, and will acquire an informed voice as it pertains to art history.

College of Liberal and Performing Arts