In the international higher education environment there is evidence of continuing growth and interest in creative and performing arts programs. While there is similar growth in the creative industries sector where these students will seek to develop a career, as well as further validation of the importance of creativity in the future workplace, ongoing challenges remain for educators in attempting to create a smooth and effective transition for artists who rarely follow a typical linear career path. This article overviews an initial research project which seeks to investigate the value and impact of industry-based internships in the creative and performing arts, involving a sample of graduates and industry employers from a regional area of northern Australia. The findings suggest that while internships offer a range of benefits for students and employers, there are significant challenges and issues which not only affect current practice but require additional research and investigation.The creative industries are where creativity, intellectual property and interactive communication technologies converge, with this sector now regarded as one of the fastest growing in the economic world (Bridgstock, 2011;Harbour, 2005). It is a
Findings were consistent with CIMT trials and surveys regarding client compliance difficulties and therapist misgivings. Findings argue for continued refinement of modified CIMT regimens as well as greater educational efforts regarding CIMT for therapists.
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