ObjectivesThe program is designed to offer intensive preparation for a high level of professional competence in the use of music for therapeutic, preventative, and wellness purposes. The program educates and trains music therapists to function as competent professionals within their field, while maintaining a strong sense of ethical and social responsibility. The program aims to provide students with a thorough understanding of the historical and theoretical foundations of music therapy through personal investigation and direct experience with the creative therapeutic process and their interrelationship.
Practical experienceStudents acquire skills in the practice of music therapy through their practicum and skills courses.
Entry requirementsFor people with strong backgrounds in music and the behavioural/health sciences, who wish to pursue careers in music therapy and who expect to gain a clinical skill set that will prepare them for best practices in music therapy. The program is designed for students without undergraduate degrees in music therapy.
Academic titleGraduate Certificate in Music Therapy
Course description1. Credits: The program consists of 9 courses comprised of six core courses at 3 credits each and three core courses at 1 credit each (total 21 credits).
2.Time Limit: It is expected that students will normally complete the graduate certificate program within 1 year. In accordance with university policies, however, all work for the certificate program must be completed within no longer than 6 terms (2 years) from the time of initial registration in the program and within no longer than 12 terms (4 years) for part-time students.
Required Core Courses:
MTHY 501 Music Therapy Skills, 3 credits
MTHY 502 Psychology of Music, 1 credit
MTHY 503 Music Therapy with Children, 1 credit
MTHY 504 Music Therapy with Adults, 1 credit
MTHY 510 Music Therapy Practicum with Children & Adolescents, 3 credits
MTHY 511 Music Therapy Practicum with Adults, 3 credits
MTHY 512 Music Therapy Practicum with Diverse Populations, 3 credits
CATS 611 Counselling Skills for Creative Arts Therapists, 3 credits
CATS 691 Research in the Creative Arts Therapies, 3 credits