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ATCB Transitions & Updates: Exam, Education, and Application Changes
Updated: July 2024 Board Examination Updates Starting at 12:00am EST on January 1, 2025, an updated content outline for the Art Therapy Credentials Board Examination (ATCB Exam) will take effect. This new outline derives from the latest job...
ATCB Seeking 100 Candidates for January 2025 Exam
In 2025, the Art Therapy Credentials Board Examination (ATCB Exam) will introduce a new examination content outline based on the latest job analysis conducted in 2022. This update necessitates a standard-setting process to establish the exam's cut...
Subject Matter Experts
Updated February 2025 Being a Subject Matter Expert (SME) is a professional service opportunity. SME participation provides a unique experience to work with a diverse group of passionate professionals and contribute to continued excellence in art...
March 2024 Updates and Reminders
MyATCB Portal Updates Updates for Board Certified Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC) Credential Holders The Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB) has separated the ATR and BC into distinct management portals: The annual renewal application is now in...
Changes in MyATCB portals
***The above photo is an EXAMPLE of how the changes will be reflected in MyATCB portals. All Registered Art Therapist (ATR) with Board Certified (BC) distinction should refer to the expiration dates reflected in their specific portals *** The Art...
Credential changes, updates and reminders
Changes to Registered Art Therapist (ATR) Requirements Effective 12:00 AM EST on July 1, 2024, all new Registered Art Therapist (ATR) applicants must be ATR-P in good standing and meet the registration standards. The Art Therapy Credentials Board...
Reinstatement of Inactive Credentials Update
Effective July 1, 2024, at 12:00 AM EST, all inactive credentials will have one year (July 1 – June 30) to complete the reinstatement process and restore the credential to active status. Reinstatement Fee: Effective July 1, 2024, at 12:00 AM EST,...
Retirement of Credentials Ending
Effective July 1, 2024, at 12:00 AM EST, the Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB) will discontinue the retirement of credentials. Credential holders who wish to use an ATCB credential to practice art therapy must maintain an active credential. This...
Important Changes to Registered Art Therapist (ATR) Applications
Effective July 1, 2024, at 12:00 AM EST, the Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB) will discontinue the current Registered Art Therapist (ATR) application process. As of July 1, 2024, at 12:00 AM EST, individuals must first obtain Provisional...
Call for Art 2023
Have your work seen by our 10,000+ readers and art therapists from around the world! Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your work and connect with a new audience to elevate your incredible talent! All artwork submitted must be original and...