Art Therapy (MA)
MA
Art Therapy Department
The Master of Arts in Art Therapy at NDMU is the only master's art therapy program in Maryland that prepares graduates to become professional art therapists. The program dives into advanced courses blending counseling and therapeutic techniques with theory and methodology of art therapy as a unique psychotherapeutic practice, as well as advanced courses in mixed media studio practices, ceramics, and photography.
Program Location
Program Features
- 64 credits (full- or part-time completion options)
- Curriculum includes required clinical hours at off-site internships
- Curriculum aligns with national educational and professional requirements for the field, as well as State of Maryland licensure requirements for art therapists
http://catalog.ndm.edu/graduate-catalog/graduate-school-of-arts-and-sciences/master-of-arts-in-art-therapy
What to Expect Studying at Notre Dame of Maryland University
Small class sizes and personal attention enhance the student expertise while the curriculum is designed to align with licensure requirements.
Alum
Melanie Sanderson
In High Demand
Alum, NDMU Class of 2020
Art Therapy (MA)
I was considering eight jobs after graduating from Notre Dame. People were really excited about having an art therapist. I think it led to a level of interest in hiring me that wouldn’t have been there if I only had a LCPC [Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor] or social work counseling degree.
Internship Opportunities
You will complete clinical hours at off-site practicum and internship placements in order to gain valuable experience and also meet the requirements to pursue licensure.
Art Therapy Careers
Art therapy is an integrative mental health and human services profession that enriches lives through a combination of active art-making, creative process, applied psychological theory, and human experience within a psychotherapeutic relationship.
Licensed art therapists can work in a variety of settings:
- Schools
- Hospitals
- Veteran's Clinics
- Private Practice
- Psychiatric & Rehabilitation Facilities
- Community Based Settings
- Senior Communities
Accreditation
The Art Therapy (MA) program at Notre Dame of Maryland University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of The Accreditation Council for Art Therapy Education.
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
www.caahep.org
25400 US Hwy 19N, Suite 158, Clearwater, FL. 33763.
727-210-2350
Employment Outcomes of Master of Arts in Art Therapy at NDMU
| POSITIVE PLACEMENT BY GRADUATION YEAR | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
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| # Graduated | 7 | 9 | 6 |
| % Attainment of Maryland graduate license in art therapy (LGPAT) within 6 mos. of graduation* (license requires successful passage of ATCB certification exam) | 100% | 78% | 83% |
| % Employed in field of study within 6 months of graduation** | 100% | 100% | 100% |
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*Based on departmental data updated annually; 2022 and 2023 yrs, % does not reflect failure but three not yet having made application for LGPAT **Based on survey response rates and confirmed employment reporting of graduates NB: Those attaining the LGPAT have all been employed within 6 months of graduation |
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| RETENTION BY GRADUATION YEAR | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
| # Initially Enrolled | 8 | 10 | 10 |
| Attrition | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| # Due to Non-Academic Reasons | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| # Due to Academic Reasons | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| # In-Progress | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| # Graduated | 7 | 9 | 6 |
| Retention Percentage | 70% | 90% | 100% |
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