With this kit, you will:

Learn creative ways to feel better!

  • Learn how the arts impact individual and public health

  • Learn how to partner with your healthcare provider to become an active participant in your healthcare plan

  • Get one-of-a-kind tools to start using right away

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to the Arts in Health Starter Kit Course!

    • How to use this course
  • 2

    Defining Arts in Health

  • 3

    The Power of the Arts

    • Impact on Health and Well-being

    • Impact on Public Health

    • Class Discussion
  • 4

    Arts in Health Tools

    • Become an Arts Engagement Advocate

    • Arts Engagement Assessment Form - Download

    • Arts Engagement Prescription Form

    • Weekly Arts Engagement Planner

    • Arts Engagement Evaluation Form
  • 5

    Putting the tools into practice

    • Time to TAKE CHARGE of your health!

Course Instructor

Dr. Sarah Ness

Founder of Arts in Health Institute

Sarah Ness, PhD has over fifteen years of professional experience in the field of arts in health. She earned a masters degree in expressive arts therapies and a doctorate degree in mind-body medicine. Dr. Ness has worked extensively with trauma survivors and children and families in crisis. Her experience includes work in mental health, community health, and medical hospital settings. She is a passionate advocate for creative wellness and believes in the essential role of arts engagement for individual and community health.

Total cost of this course:

This course is self-paced and available for 1 year after purchase.