Yr. 3 and Maintaining Students applying for RPQ status undergo the same calculation and verification process. This approach is informed by the success rates of previous RPQ applicants, ensuring our students are well-equipped with both the theoretical knowledge and practical experience needed. By maintaining this policy, we aim to support the success of our students’ applications and consistency across our processes.
We would like to clarify that the RPQ status requirements listed on the CRPO website reflect criteria from various educational institutions, each of which may define 'substantial completion' differently. To help prevent misunderstandings, we have contacted the CRPO and requested that they update their website to better distinguish between these institution-specific criteria. The CRPO acknowledged that the current wording could lead students to assume the three listed options are interchangeable. We have also asked that they remind students to consult their respective school administrations for institution-specific requirements.
CREATE’s 'substantial completion’ calculation - (Required hours to graduate x .90 = hours you need to apply for RPQ) - is based on completing 90% of coursework and required hours in each of the following categories: Core seminars, Intensive courses, Practicum, Studio, and therapy, as outlined below. Please note that the value of course assignments vary based on each of the course's learning competencies. If there are any outstanding assignments, they will be evaluated and deducted from the completed course hours.
Core Seminars: (total 278 Required Hours to graduate) 90% =250.2 hrs
Core Seminar in Expressive Arts Therapy I Year 1 (87)
Core Seminar in Expressive Arts Therapy II Year 2 (87)
Core Seminar in Expressive Arts Therapy III Year 3 (104)
Intensive Courses: (total 339 Required Hours to graduate) 90%=305.1 hrs
Arts Modalities in the Practice of Psychotherapy:
EXA 108VA Visual Arts Therapy Year 1 (16)
EXA 108DM Dance Movement Therapy Embodied Psychotherapy Year 1 (16)
EXA 208D Drama Therapy Year 2 (16)
EXA 208V Voice Movement Therapy Year 2 (16)
EXA 208CWP Creative Writing and Poetry Therapy Year 2 (16)
EXA 308M Music& Sound Therapy Year 3 (16)
EXA 308C Clown Therapy Year 3 (16)
EXA 109 Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity in The Practice of Psychotherapy Year 1,2, 3 (16)
EXA 110 Human Development and Psychology Year 1 (16)
EXA 209 Legal Obligations and Ethical Responsibilities for Psychotherapists Year 2 (16)
EXA 309 Comparative Psychotherapeutic Approaches to the Arts Therapies Year 3 (19)
EXA 310 Recognizing and Responding to Serious Mental Health Issues Year 3 (8)
EXA 311 Risk and Psychological Assessment and Safety Planning Year 3 (8)
EXA 107/207/307 Developing Therapeutic Relationship Through Sensory Response and Feedback Years 1, 2, 3 (96)
Community and Program Orientation Years 1, 2, 3 (48)
Practicum Field Placement Years 1, 2, 3: Total 600 Required Hours to graduate (90% = 540) inclusive of the following:
*Direct client contact 250 Required hours (90% = 225 hrs)
*Supervision 80 Required hours (90% = 72 hrs)
*Other (Arts-based, research, prep work & meetings)
Independent Studio Work Years 1, 2, 3 : 300 Required hours (90% = 270 hrs)
Verification of hours and completion is based on the following documents submitted by the students every year:
First step of the process, to ensure your file is up to date with the following support documents:
- Evaluation forms
- Completion of Assignments
- Year-end reports
- Practicum - log sheets, practicum contracts and supervisor attestation for hours completed
- Therapy log sheet, with receipts or letter from therapist as proof
- Studio log sheets
For those preparing to apply for RPQ status, the CRPO requires a letter confirming 90% completion of the program, accompanied by a transcript outlining the courses and hours completed. To ensure that all calculations are accurate, we will need to review your student file before we can provide this confirmation.
Please contact your Program Advisor or Administrative Director, Pamela Rosales at [email protected] or (416) 539-9728 ext#1
CREATE’s 'substantial completion’ calculation - (Required hours to graduate x .90 = hours you need to apply for RPQ) - is based on completing 90% of coursework and required hours in each of the following categories: Core seminars, Intensive courses, Practicum, Studio, and therapy, as outlined below. Please note that the value of course assignments vary based on each of the course's learning competencies. If there are any outstanding assignments, they will be evaluated and deducted from the completed course hours.
Core Seminars: (total 278 Required Hours to graduate) 90% =250.2 hrs
Core Seminar in Expressive Arts Therapy I Year 1 (87)
Core Seminar in Expressive Arts Therapy II Year 2 (87)
Core Seminar in Expressive Arts Therapy III Year 3 (104)
Intensive Courses: (total 339 Required Hours to graduate) 90%=305.1 hrs
Arts Modalities in the Practice of Psychotherapy:
EXA 108VA Visual Arts Therapy Year 1 (16)
EXA 108DM Dance Movement Therapy Embodied Psychotherapy Year 1 (16)
EXA 208D Drama Therapy Year 2 (16)
EXA 208V Voice Movement Therapy Year 2 (16)
EXA 208CWP Creative Writing and Poetry Therapy Year 2 (16)
EXA 308M Music& Sound Therapy Year 3 (16)
EXA 308C Clown Therapy Year 3 (16)
EXA 109 Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity in The Practice of Psychotherapy Year 1,2, 3 (16)
EXA 110 Human Development and Psychology Year 1 (16)
EXA 209 Legal Obligations and Ethical Responsibilities for Psychotherapists Year 2 (16)
EXA 309 Comparative Psychotherapeutic Approaches to the Arts Therapies Year 3 (19)
EXA 310 Recognizing and Responding to Serious Mental Health Issues Year 3 (8)
EXA 311 Risk and Psychological Assessment and Safety Planning Year 3 (8)
EXA 107/207/307 Developing Therapeutic Relationship Through Sensory Response and Feedback Years 1, 2, 3 (96)
Community and Program Orientation Years 1, 2, 3 (48)
Practicum Field Placement Years 1, 2, 3: Total 600 Required Hours to graduate (90% = 540) inclusive of the following:
*Direct client contact 250 Required hours (90% = 225 hrs)
*Supervision 80 Required hours (90% = 72 hrs)
*Other (Arts-based, research, prep work & meetings)
Independent Studio Work Years 1, 2, 3 : 300 Required hours (90% = 270 hrs)
Verification of hours and completion is based on the following documents submitted by the students every year:
First step of the process, to ensure your file is up to date with the following support documents:
- Evaluation forms
- Completion of Assignments
- Year-end reports
- Practicum - log sheets, practicum contracts and supervisor attestation for hours completed
- Therapy log sheet, with receipts or letter from therapist as proof
- Studio log sheets
For those preparing to apply for RPQ status, the CRPO requires a letter confirming 90% completion of the program, accompanied by a transcript outlining the courses and hours completed. To ensure that all calculations are accurate, we will need to review your student file before we can provide this confirmation.
Please contact your Program Advisor or Administrative Director, Pamela Rosales at [email protected] or (416) 539-9728 ext#1