Introduction to Arts & Health

Program Overview

The Introduction to Arts & Health course uses a combination of theory, hands-on learning, and local and international case examples related to different focus areas of interest: children and young people, creative aging, and the role of the arts in addressing staff wellbeing and workplace health. In addition to this, participants will learn about the history of the field, current research, and discover opportunities to integrate the arts in existing health practice and/or a health and wellbeing orientation in their cultural programs. 

The course is designed for artists, health practitioners, educators, advocates and administrators of cultural and health organizations who are interested in expanding their knowledge of the role of the arts in health and developing their professional skills and network.

Key Learning Outcomes

Through a combination of theory, hands-on learning, and local and international case studies, participants will:

• Learn about the history and growth of the arts and health field.
• Understand key ideas and concepts and definitions that guide current practice.
• Explore real-world examples from local and international programs.
• Discover how to apply arts and health approaches in areas such as: Youth mental health, Creative ageing, Workplace wellbeing, Community health

You will also identify ways to integrate the arts into care programs and bring a health and wellbeing focus to cultural initiatives.

Participants that attend the full programme will be granted a Jameel Arts & Health Lab x NYU Steinhardt Certificate.

Course Details & Application

The course was developed by the Jameel Arts & Health Lab, in collaboration with Hayy Jameel. The course will take place at Hayy Jameel in Jeddah, date TBD. Participants who attend the full program will be given a certificate of completion from the Jameel Arts & Health Lab and NYU Steinhardt. 

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