Foundations of Music Therapy: Introduction to the historical, theoretical, and philosophical foundations of music therapy as a clinical practice.

Clinical Improvisation and Musical Techniques: Exploration of improvisation and other musical techniques used in therapeutic settings to enhance self-expression, communication, and emotional processing.

Psychology and Counseling in Music Therapy: Integration of psychological and counseling principles into music therapy practice, including client assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic relationship building.

Developmental and Neurological Aspects: Understanding the impact of music on human development and the neurological underpinnings of music therapy interventions, especially in addressing cognitive and motor skills.

Clinical Populations: Specialized training in working with diverse populations, such as children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, as well as individuals with specific needs like autism, mental health disorders, or medical conditions.

Research Methods in Music Therapy: Introduction to research methodologies and the application of research findings to enhance evidence-based music therapy practice.

Ethics and Professional Issues: Exploration of ethical considerations, cultural competence, and legal aspects relevant to the practice of music therapy.

Supervised Clinical Internship: Practical, hands-on experience through supervised clinical placements where students apply theoretical knowledge in real-world music therapy settings.

Music Therapy Techniques and Interventions: Training in a variety of music therapy techniques and interventions tailored to individual and group needs, including songwriting, lyric analysis, and music listening exercises.

Multicultural and Cross-Cultural Competence: Recognition and understanding of diverse cultural perspectives and competencies to work effectively with clients from various cultural backgrounds.

Professional Development: Preparation for professional practice, including business aspects of private practice, networking, and ongoing professional development.