The Art Therapy Association of Colorado, an affiliate of American Art Therapy Association, develops awareness of the practice and profession of art therapy throughout Colorado, maintains and improves standards of practice, and provides resources for its members and the general public. The practice of Art Therapy requires a Master's degree from an accredited art therapy graduate program; two years of post-graduate supervision resulting in the ATR credentials (Registered Art Therapist) are recognized as entry level credentials in the field. Because the educational requirements and post graduate training of art therapists is commensurate with social workers and professional counselors, Art Therapists are eligible for to be Licensed Professional Counselors in many states, including Colorado.
