Art therapists
10AI EXPOSURE TODAY10
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST54%
NOT A FORECAST54%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.
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Art therapists
Art therapists help people use creativity to understand and work through their feelings. They work with people of all ages in hospitals, schools and community centres, and help them feel better emotionally through painting, drawing, sculpture and other art forms.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
This job holds up well against AI
AI exposure today is low on our index (10), and the law requires human oversight. That human could be you. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
Is this the only route?
This is the standard academic trajectory, but modern careers are highly flexible. You can often skip stagesby entering the industry with an advanced qualification (like a Master's or PhD), or pivot sideways from a related discipline.
0ACADEMIC FOUNDATIONUniversity DegreeUsually 3 to 4 years of full-time academic study, explicitly preparing you for the theoretical realities of the industry. Requires A-Levels, BTECs, or equivalent Level 3.-£67,350Avg. UK tuition & living
1FIRST STEPJunior Horticultural TherapistAs a junior horticultural therapist, you will assist in the delivery of therapeutic gardening sessions, support clients, and learn from experienced professionals. This role is ideal for recent graduates looking to gain practical experience in the field.£25,000 - £30,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level Horticultural TherapistIn a mid-level role, you will take on more responsibility in designing and leading therapy programmes, working independently with clients, and collaborating with other professionals to enhance therapeutic outcomes.£35,000 - £45,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Horticultural Therapist/Programme ManagerAt the peak of your career, you will oversee large-scale horticultural therapy programmes, manage teams, and contribute to research and policy development in the field. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping the future of horticultural therapy in the UK.£50,000+
The degree route
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🎓Pharmaceutical SciencesWhitefield Academy Trust · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£37,500 median
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Degree subjects that lead this way
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