COURSE CURRICULUM

The curriculum spans four years and includes foundational courses in music theory, history, and performance, alongside psychology and human development. Year one focuses on introductory music and liberal arts. Year two delves into music therapy foundations, clinical improvisation, and psychology of music. Year three involves advanced therapy techniques, research methods, and supervised practicums. Year four emphasizes professional development, ethics, and capstone projects with extensive clinical placements. Core courses include MT 300 Music Therapy I, PSYC 212 Research Methods, and various music ensemble participations. Electives allow specialization in areas like neurology or gerontology. The program requires 120 credits, with a strong emphasis on experiential learning through 1,000 hours of clinical training.