Course Description
Continuation of beginning level of practical experience in conducting music therapy sessions with selected clients. Includes assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation of weekly music therapy sessions throughout the semester.
Athena Title
Music Therapy Practicum II
Non-Traditional Format
Field work under the supervision of a licensed music therapist (2-4 hours per week in the field plus preparation time).
Prerequisite
MUSI 2021
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall, spring and summer
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Students will demonstrate abilty to: * organize therapy settings to facilitate client involvement; * plan and sequence music therapy sessions; * determine clients' appropriate group and/or individual placement; * coordinate treatment plan with other professionals; * provide experiences to increase client on-task behavior; * provide experiences to elicit affective responses from the client.
Topical Outline
1. Dynamics of therapy groups 2. Methods of major therapeutic approaches 3. Therapist's role in indiviual and group therapy
Syllabus