The course will focus on the origins of the field of art therapy as well as the wide variety of theoretical frameworks applicable to the field. Classes will consist of a combination of both didactic and experiential teaching methods. Sensitivity training techniques will be used to illustrate and to discuss skills in communication, listening, and confrontation in social and business situations. Group interaction exercises and discussions will be used to enhance these skills. Explores the role of the individual in choosing a career path.
Studies resume writing, job search and interview preparation.
In weekly training sessions, peer advisors are instructed in communication, helping and self-awareness skills, group pressures and human development sequences in order to provide peer advisors with knowledge necessary to promote productive personal growth in the students with whom they work. Weekly group sessions or meetings with freshmen enable peer advisors to work with acquired skills as they conduct sessions designed to provide freshmen with the opportunity to and means for setting and reaching personal life goals. Acceptance by T.S.D. Director is required. An overview of the physiological processes relating to human behavior. Topics include the central nervous system, neurotransmitter and neurohormonal functioning, the biological basis for emotions, perception, motivation and brain disorders.