University of Florida Center for Arts in Medicine
The University of Florida Center for Arts in Medicine is committed to advancing education, research, policy, and practice at the intersections of the arts and health, locally and globally.
Our online graduate program empowers students from around the world to support health & wellbeing through their creativity.
Earning a Master's Degree or Graduate Certificate with the UF Center for Arts in Medicine distinguishes you as a credentialed arts in health professional, infusing your career with the science of creativity. Develop creative skills, programs, and arts-based research approaches that apply to a wide range of sectors, including medicine, public health, arts & culture, education, community development, social work, corporate training, and more!
Artists, administrators, educators, creatives, clinicians, and others looking to improve individual and collective health and wellness the the power of the arts are encouraged to apply!
Programs & Activities
Professional Development Offerings:
Arts in Health Intensive: For over 20 years, this world-renowned professional development program has supported artists, arts administrators, healthcare workers, and creatives of all kinds in exploring the roles of the arts and culture in both healthcare and public health contexts. This interdisciplinary arts in health training welcomes people from all levels of experience to learn how the arts can enhance health. This is an opportunity to learn, network, and grow professionally with the guidance and expertise of leaders in Arts in Health.
Arts in Health Research Primer: The Arts in Health Research Primer is a comprehensive two-and-a-half-day, in-person program developed by the University of Florida Center for Arts in Medicine in collaboration with University College London's Social Biobehavioural Research Group. This immersive experience offers a robust foundation in the core skills and methodologies of arts in health research. Designed for learners at all levels, including those new to research, the program integrates hands-on learning with expert instruction, making it an excellent starting point for anyone looking to explore or enhance their research skills in the dynamic and evolving field of Arts in Health.