Every Child Shines – Art Therapy Tools for Teachers Supporting Students with Special Educational Needs is a practical 7-day Erasmus+ art therapy course for teachers designed for educators, therapists, and school staff working with students with special educational needs (SEN).
This hands-on training combines theory with experiential workshops, introducing a wide range of art therapy techniques in education, including visual arts, music, movement, theatre, eco-art, and phototherapy. Participants learn how to use these creative methods to support emotional regulation, communication, creativity, and social integration in inclusive classrooms.
The course focuses on applying art therapy tools for SEN students, helping teachers adapt activities to different types of disabilities, including intellectual, sensory, motor, and multiple needs. Participants gain practical, ready-to-use strategies and classroom scenarios that can be immediately implemented in their professional practice.
Aligned with Erasmus+ priorities such as inclusion, wellbeing, and innovative teaching methods, the programme supports teachers in creating safe, supportive, and engaging learning environments for all students.
A cultural excursion is also included, connecting local heritage with creative and therapeutic educational practices, enriching the overall learning experience.
Daria Osmenda-Łukaszek
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Target Audience
Middle school teachers, secondary school teachers, adult education providers, VET teachers, head teachers, deputy heads, future head teachers, trainers, councilors, librarians, researchers, NGO workers, volunteers serving in the education sector. At least B.1 level of English acquired.
Learning time: 7 days/ 25 hours or more
Language used for the training: English.
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11.10.2026 – 17.10.2026 CONFIRMED
Poland OID E10251623
Join this course
2026: € 560 per person / 7 days
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Learning objectives
Moreover, this Erasmus+ art therapy course for teachers is designed to provide practical skills and knowledge for working with students with special educational needs (SEN) in inclusive education settings.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand Art Therapy in Education
- understand the theoretical foundations of art therapy in special education
- Additionally, apply creative methods in everyday teaching practice
Work with Students with SEN
- integrate art therapy tools for students with special educational needs
- furthermore, adapt activities to intellectual, sensory, motor, and multiple disabilities
- support inclusive education through creative approaches
Support Communication and Wellbeing
- develop strategies for improving communication and self-expression
- as a result, enhance emotional regulation and student wellbeing
- use creative activities to build confidence and engagement
Foster Social Integration
- use art therapy for group integration and collaboration
- moreover, support conflict resolution through creative expression
- create safe and supportive classroom environments
Explore Culture and Environment
- connect art therapy with cultural and environmental contexts
- in addition, design meaningful and place-based learning experiences
Build International Collaboration
- exchange experiences with teachers from different countries
- develop intercultural competences and professional networks
In addition, participants develop practical strategies for inclusive and creative education.
Methodology & Assessment
This Erasmus+ teacher training course follows an experiential and practice-based approach.
First, participants engage in short theoretical inputs combined with practical workshops.
Then, they take part in hands-on activities such as painting, music, movement, theatre, eco-art, and photography.
At the same time, collaborative learning and group work support knowledge exchange.
In addition, case studies and reflective sessions help deepen understanding.
Participants actively experience art therapy techniques in education, making learning engaging and effective.
Assessment
As a result, assessment focuses on active participation and practical engagement.
Participants are evaluated through:
- engagement in workshops and activities
- daily reflection and peer feedback
- practical application of art therapy methods
At the end of the course, participants design their own art therapy lesson or project for SEN students, ready to be implemented in their schools.
Materials, Digital Tools & Learning Resources
Participants in this art therapy course for teachers will have access to a wide range of materials supporting creative and inclusive learning.
Materials include:
- paints, clay, collage materials, crayons, paper
- simple musical instruments and eco-materials
Digital tools:
- online resources and lesson plans
- shared Padlet platform for collaboration
- photo documentation of activities
Please bring a mobile phone with a camera. The course team provides all other materials.
Certification
Participants receive:
- Europass Mobility Document
- Learning Agreement
- Certificate of Attendance in line with Erasmus+ quality standards
- The organisers award certificates after successful completion of the course.
Costs
The 560 EUR fee covers the course tuition, issuing the required Erasmus+ documents, coffee breaks, and a guided tour.
We offer an optional cultural programme in order to provide you with opportunities to explore the wonders of the area. All the details including the destinations and the prices will be sent to the participants two months before the course starts.
Please note:
- Accommodation, meals, and other transport arrangements are not included and must be organized by participants or their institutionsovers the course tuition, issuing the required Erasmus+ documents, coffee breaks, and a guided tour.
- Transport to activity sites is subject to an additional fee.
- Group meals are optional and paid separately.