Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and professional growth?

Our Holistic integrated Creative Arts Therapy Practitioner Certification Course (HiCAT) offers you the opportunity to explore healing, transformation, and self-expression.

The HiCAT course is designed to help you tap into the power of Creative Arts Therapy, utilizing various expressive mediums such as movement, painting, sculpture, writing, drawing, and sound healing.

This dynamic and deeply rewarding field allows you to facilitate healing, personal growth, and transformation through the arts. Even if you have never engaged in art before, you will learn how to immediately apply art as therapy. The focus is not on creating masterpieces but on the creative process.

Join us on this profound and fulfilling journey towards a rewarding career and personal awakening.

Intake Dates for on-campus in Auckland, New Zealand

Holistic Integrated Creative Arts Therapy is a mental health profession that uses the creative process of art making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of individuals of all ages. The world needs more practitioners who can bring healing and transformation through the creative arts, and you can be one of them.

Intake 27th January 2025 -15th June 2025

Classes are held one day per week on Saturdays from 9am to 3pm. Please note no classes are run during school and public holidays.

During enrolment, select which intake you wish to join.

Are you interested in joining on-campus in Wellington or Christchurch? Please join the waitlist below and we will be in contact with you. Intake start date will be as above.

Industry Accreditation: Our program is industry-accredited and nationally recognized. What's more, our certification is acknowledged in 29 countries worldwide. This sets you on a path to a global career with endless possibilities.

Who can join?

Our course is designed to cater to individuals from all walks of life who share a passion for creativity and a desire to make a positive impact on the world.

Whether you are;

• simply someone with a deep interest in holistic healing and the arts

• a creative individual seeking a fulfilling career,

• a professional looking to broaden your skillset, or

• a seasoned therapist aiming to enhance your practice.

This course is open to you.

We are the only holistic creative arts therapy course that provides the unique advantage of a variety of creative modalities in the one training program. Our content is evenly balanced between theory and practical, ensuring every module has a hands-on practical component for a immersive experience to gain a deeper understanding of the therapeutic potential of the arts.

We believe that everyone has the capacity to create change and bring healing through their creativity, and our goal is to provide you with the tools and knowledge necessary to do so. Join us on this journey towards personal growth and making a difference in the world.

What will this course provide me?

• The opportunity to start your own business or apply the skills learned to your current job.

• By completing the HICAT course, you will be equipped to lead a life filled with creativity and self-expression while also assisting others in living happier and healthier lives.

• Extensive support and encouragement to help you develop your own distinctive style and skill set as a Holistic integrated Creative Arts Therapist or Holistic Counselor.

• Teachers and Facilitators that are qualified practitioners in the field of Holistic Therapy, guaranteeing that you receive support throughout your learning journey.

On-campus course workload

• The course consists of 20 comprehensive modules.

• Each module is carefully structured to provide you with the necessary theory to grow your knowledge as well as hands on practical activities in each class to build your skillset.

• There is approximately 5-7 hours of homework each week that you complete between classes to upkeep the integration of the HICAT teachings. This structure allows you to delve deep into the material, explore your creative potential, and absorb the content away from the classroom.

• We cover one module per week: reading the theory in the morning and completing the practical activities after lunch.

• Classes are held one day per week on Saturdays from 9am to 3pm. Please note no classes are run during school and public holidays.

• You have 6 months to complete the training.

Please note:

• Course suitable for persons over 18 years old, including matured aged students.

• No previous experience or qualifications required.

• No artistic experience necessary.

• Course not suitable for those suffering from mental health issues such as schizophrenia.

• You must be able to manage your emotional triggers and responses.

• There is a materials list you will be required to have or purchase, which should cost you less than $200 to acquire.

What you will achieve

• Personal Transformation: Uncover your own creative potential, gain self-awareness, and experience personal growth like never before.

• Professional Qualification: Upon successful completion, you'll earn a globally recognized practitioner qualification in Holistic Creative Arts Therapy.

• Impact Lives: Use your newfound skills to empower and transform the lives of others, becoming a beacon of hope and healing.

AND:

• Enhanced Communication Skills

• Personal and Professional Growth

• Networking Opportunities

• Specialized Knowledge

• Professional Competence

• Credentialing and Licensing

• Clinical Skills Development

• Cultural Competence

• Evidence-Based Practice

• Personalized Therapeutic Approaches

• Enhanced Critical Thinking

• Contribution to Mental Health

Benefits of on-campus face-to-face study

• Our courses are held in a face-to-face environment (called on campus study) and in some situations, may be held via a zoom environment.

• Our teachers and facilitators are qualified and practicing holistic therapists, to ensure you receive the best possible support.

• Immediate Interaction: Face-to-face study allows for real-time interaction between students and instructors.

• Personalized Feedback: Instructors can provide immediate and personalized feedback to students.

• Social Interaction: Traditional classrooms facilitate social interaction among students.

• Structured Schedule: Our face-to-face classes follow a structured schedule with fixed class times and regular assignments, providing a predictable routine that can be beneficial for time management and learning consistency.

• Hands-On Learning: Hands-on learning experiences can be more effectively conducted in face-to-face settings.

• Networking Opportunities: Classroom settings provide opportunities for students to network with peers and instructors.

• Non-Verbal Cues: Face-to-face communication allows for the interpretation of non-verbal cues, such as body language and facial expressions.

If you would like to know more about the course that is not answered on this website, please reach out to request contact to discuss further.