Course Description
Continuation of intermediate 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 IV
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 3025
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall, spring and summer
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Students will demonstrate ability to: * provide music therapy experiences to improve the client's orientation to person, place, and time; * provide experiences to enhance the client's cognitive/intellectual development; * recognize and respond appropriately to effects of the client's medications; * demonstrate knowledge of professional standards of clinical practice regarding implementation of treatment
Topical Outline
* Basic knowledge of philosophical, psychological, physiological, and sociological bases for the use of music therapy * Principles and methods for evaluating the effects of music therapy * Development of the reflection process of the music therpist
Syllabus