Training Programs
HKAAT actively provides its members and the general community with a variety of programs to meet the needs of a diverse range of professionals. We offer a blend of lectures, workshops, trainings and socials so that members can have the opportunity to meet one another in different formal and informal occasions. Below is a list of our programs with a brief description of each one. For specific dates and times, please refer to the "Events" page.
- Art Facilitation
- Art Therapy Exhibitions
- Art Therapy Referrals
- Lectures & Workshops
- Smart Ambience Therapy (SAT) Research
Art Facilitation
The Art Facilitation Training teaches participants the theoretical, ethical guidelines, and practical skills necessary for non-art therapy professionals who wish to use art making in their professional practice. Participants of this program have backgrounds as counselors, social workers, nurses, art teachers, and artists. Both levels of Art Facilitation are taught by experienced art therapists over a 36 hour course. Participants who complete the course and six monthly supervision groups will earn a certificate in entry level art facilitation.
Art Therapy Exhibitions
HKAAT promotes the field of art therapy by participating in and creating traveling art exhibits to highlight the use and application of art therapy with various populations in diverse settings.
Art Therapy Referrals
At present the HKAAT does not provide referrals for art therapy services. If you are looking to hire an art therapist, please contact the association.
Lectures & Workshops
Members of the association and invited guests present seminars and hands-on workshops on current trends in art therapy, mental health, and art making.
Smart Ambience Therapy (SAT) Research
In conjunction with the City University of Hong Kong, this research projects combines art therapy and dance/ movement therapy with virtual reality technology as way to develop a new form of treatment. To learn more about SAT, please visit the AimTech Centre, City University of Hong Kong.