Setting up in private, sessional or independent practice

This course is for qualified art therapists who are thinking of becoming private, sessional or independent practitioners. Whether you are experienced or newly qualified, this course will offer you all the practical tips you need for setting up your practice and preparing for self-employed work.

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Date & Time

Friday 21 – Saturday 22 November 2025

10am - 4pm

Who this event is for

Qualified art therapists

Tickets

Non-members: £450

Associate members: £310

Full members
Employed: £280
Underemployed: £260
Unemployed/retired: £230

Please create a free booking account if you don't have one or are not a member.

Location

Online via Zoom

Setting up in private, sessional or independent practice

This course is for qualified art therapists who are thinking of becoming private, sessional or independent practitioners. Whether you are experienced or newly qualified, this course will offer you all the practical tips you need for setting up your practice and preparing for self-employed work.

What you will learn

After completing this course, you will have:

  • Practical knowledge of how to set up as a private, sessional or independent practitioner.
  • Familiarity with governance requirements for private and independent practice.
  • Clarity on what type of practitioner you are setting out to be.
  • Competence to work safely, ethically, and legally.

How you will learn

The focus of the course is practical and will include examples of day-to-day private practice.

Learning will be through presentations, small and larger group discussions, and time to reflect and ask questions.

Attendees will also be given a resource pack of materials to enable them to continue their learning after the course.

Tutors

Claire Hilton

A wonderful, engaging course. Thank you for your insight and expertise.

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