ABOUT US |
A Brief History of ACATA |
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Our Vision |
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Code of Ethics |
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Our Committee |
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Membership |
ABOUT US
A Brief History of ACATA
The idea to establish a network association for Arts Therapists was already alive and well in 1998 -1999. The first wave of students nearing completion of the RMIT Master of Creative Arts Therapy (Melbourne) were eager to promote recognition of the creative therapies, and to form an "association of practitioners" aimed at developing the practice. It was seen then, as now, that the possibilities are endless, depending on the time and commitment of members. ACATA was incorporated on the 28th of September 2000.
Our Vision
What is ACATA?
The Australian Creative Arts Therapy Association (ACATA) is the peak body for Creative Arts Therapists in Australia. ACATA is dedicated to best serving the Creative Arts Therapy community in Australia and provides a range of services for members including: professional networking, peer support, communication through our website and publications, professional representation, professional standards, professional development, promotion and advocacy, professional directory and referral service and professional development opportunities.
Vision
A world of opportunity for the research, practice and networking of creative arts therapists and allied professionals.
Goals
- To be visionary in our approach
- Promote the principles and practise of Creative Arts Therapy
- Build and Disseminate knowledge
- Provide leadership
- Promote training and development
- Advocate
- Educate the community
Principles
ACATA’s goals are underpinned by the following values:
- Respect, dignity and responsibility
- Generosity
- Perseverance
- Honesty and Integrity
- Community, a sense of belonging
- Professional diversity
- The encouragement of creativity, ideas and innovation
- Holistic health
ACATA Code Of Ethics
The committee of the Australian Creative Arts Therapy Association Inc (ACATA) endorsed this Code of Ethics (Code) at its committee meeting in June 2005 to take effect from that date. This Code now replaces all previously endorsed Code of Ethics versions.
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ACATA Committee
| President | Adrian Harris |
| Vice President | Belinda Cody |
| Secretary | Felicity Albrecht |
| Treasurer | Gillian Jones |
| Public Officer | Carla van Laar |
| Voting Members | Dianne Mentis |
| Julie McDonald | |
| Angela Ray | |
| Helen Sawyer | |
| Newsletter Editor | Hassanah Briedis |
| Website Coordinator | Adrian Harris |
Membership
Members of the Australian Creative Arts Therapy Association are developing and improving the criterion and status of the creative arts therapy profession in Australia. Becoming a member of ACATA denotes a level of commitment that reflects the essence of our pro-active and expanding association. Nationally and internationally ACATA’s growing member base connects and networks with practitioners, researchers, eductors and students promoting the birth and sharing of knowledge and the establishment of protocol that serves as a guideline for professional and ethical conduct of members. Becoming an ACATA member ensures professional recognition of your status within the profession of Creative Arts Therapy and in the broader community. Through online networking, ACATA members have access to employment opportunities as they arise, as well as advice and guidelines in setting fee structures.
In a profession that is only recently gaining wide recognition in education and allied health, it is invaluable to be part of an association of one’s peers and to benefit from the strength of co-operative support.
ACATA Membership Benefits
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ACATA Membership Categories, Fees and Application Form
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ACATA Membership Categories
ACATA Membership Application Form
Please contact us if you would like to know more about becoming a member of ACATA