Program Overview
Drama Therapy is a creative therapeutic approach that uses theater techniques, role-playing, acting, and storytelling to support individuals’ psychological, emotional, and social development. This program provides integrated training that combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, enabling participants to use drama therapy tools professionally and effectively in therapeutic, educational, and developmental settings.
Why This Program
Expressive and creative approaches help individuals safely explore and express their thoughts and emotions. With the growing interest in non-traditional therapeutic methods, this program provides practical skills for using drama to enhance mental health, develop social skills, and support personal growth across different age groups.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
• Understand the core concepts and theories of drama therapy
• Use role-play and improvisation techniques in therapeutic and training contexts
• Design and implement drama-based activities with psychological and educational goals
• Use drama to enhance emotional expression and effective communication
• Manage individual and group sessions using drama therapy tools
• Evaluate the impact of drama activities professionally
Program Modules
• Introduction to drama therapy and its historical development.
• Psychological and theoretical foundations of drama therapy.
• Role-playing and therapeutic acting techniques.
• Improvisation and creative expression.
• Storytelling and narrative therapy approaches.
• Designing drama-based sessions and activities.
• Applications with children, adolescents, and adults.
• Ethical and professional considerations.
• Practical applications and case studies.
Training Methodology
The program uses interactive training methods, including:
• Practical hands-on training
• Role-playing exercises
• Interactive workshops
• Group activities and expressive experiences
• Case study analysis and discussion
• Continuous feedback and evaluation
Target Audience
• Psychologists
• Educational counselors
• Social workers
• Special education teachers
• Trainers and personal development practitioners
• Professionals in educational and social institutions
• Individuals interested in expressive and creative therapies
Career Opportunities
• Counseling and psychotherapy centers
• Educational institutions
• Rehabilitation and psychosocial support centers
• Life skills development programs
• Community and cultural organizations
• Programs for children and youth
Admission Requirements
• Preferably an academic or professional background in psychology, education, or social work
• No prior experience in theater or performing arts • required
• Willingness to engage in practical and interactive training activities
Program Details
• Duration: Short-term.
• Training Hours: According to the. approved training plan
• Mode: In-person or online (depending on provider).
• Language: Arabic, with use of specialized international references .
Note
This program aims to develop professional skills in using drama therapy techniques within appropriate educational, counseling, and therapeutic frameworks. It does not replace professional qualification or licensing required to practice psychotherapy according to applicable regulations in each country.
Registration Procedures
1- Complete the registration application form
2- Contact the Center for Consultation and Training:
• Internal extensions: 2590 / 2272
• Email: CCE@AMMANU.EDU.JO
3- Pay the fees according to the registration procedures and approved payment mechanism.
