Music therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music within a therapeutic relationship to address physical, cognitive, social, and emotional needs of individuals.
At WT students take courses in music, psychology, statistics, and behavioral sciences (among others). Specific Therapy courses include psychological foundation of music, the influence of music on behavior, experimental research in music, introductory musical acoustics, abnormal psychology, piano, guitar, percussion, and music ensembles.
In addition to on-campus coursework, music therapy students gain experience by conducting music therapy sessions in the community via practicum experiences. Finally, our students complete an internship with experienced music therapy supervisors.
Students graduating from the music therapy program at WTAMU will go on to work in many different settings, such as: hospitals, mental health clinics, retirement facilities, school systems, government agencies, or even open their own private practice.
Music Therapy Program
School of Music
Bachelor of Music with a Concentration in Music Therapy (Major Code: 223)
Students completing this degree program will be prepared to enter music therapy profession. Following all course work and a six-month internship, students are eligible for membership with the American Music Therapy Association. Students also are eligible to take a national certification exam. Upon successful completion of this exam, students will receive board certification (MT-BC).
Music Therapy majors, Brooke and Kourtney Osborne, discovered their passion by following their music. This is their unique story.
Required Music Courses for Options (Instrumental, Keyboard or Voice)