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Music Psychology advice?
Can anyone share their experiences if they have ever taken music psychology course or enroll in music psychology programs?
it seems to me that most programs available in this area are in UK, but if you know there are programs available elsewhere, please leave a comment
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Daniela Silva
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Daniela’s Answer
Hi Cindy!
As I can see in your message, you are in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. So, in this case, you can take a look in the Bachelor of Music Therapy of Capilano University.
The Music Therapy program at Capilano University leads to a bachelor of Music Therapy. Students may enter third year from backgrounds that include music, general arts, psychology, education and nursing. All four years may be completed at Capilano University.
This program provides students with the opportunity to gain knowledge and develop competencies in such areas as music therapy and practice; clinical disorders; assessment, planning, intervention and documentation; improvisation; cultural awareness; counsellings skills and group dynamics; and basic research.
The program blends academic and experiential course work. Each semester contains a practicum placement allowing you to apply our classroom learning in supervised clinical settings, to design, implement and evaluate your own treatment programs. Students deepen their experience of music, creative expression and the role of the arts. They are encouraged to explore their values, beliefs, feelings and communication patterns, to increase their effectiveness in the profession.
The Work of Music Therapy
Music therapists use the creative process inherent in musical participation to assist individuals and groups to improve their mental, physical and emotional functioning. Music therapists work with deep emotions in specialized therapy programs using music, improvisational and counselling resources to achieve therapeutic goals. Music therapy is increasingly identified by healthcare professionals as an effective catalyst for client motivation, stimulation and communication.
Music Therapy Program Philosophy
The faculty of the Capilano University Music Therapy program believe in the profound capacity of music to be transformative. We believe in the unique value of each human being, and in their innate abilities to grow, to become self-aware and to be resourceful. In this program, we believe the development of these capacities is best facilitated in a mutually respectful, creative environment in which the student is encouraged, inspired and challenged. We include traditional and transpersonal perspectives while grounding them in the unique context of Music Therapy.
More information in:
https://www.capilanou.ca/music-therapy/
Good Luck!
As I can see in your message, you are in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. So, in this case, you can take a look in the Bachelor of Music Therapy of Capilano University.
The Music Therapy program at Capilano University leads to a bachelor of Music Therapy. Students may enter third year from backgrounds that include music, general arts, psychology, education and nursing. All four years may be completed at Capilano University.
This program provides students with the opportunity to gain knowledge and develop competencies in such areas as music therapy and practice; clinical disorders; assessment, planning, intervention and documentation; improvisation; cultural awareness; counsellings skills and group dynamics; and basic research.
The program blends academic and experiential course work. Each semester contains a practicum placement allowing you to apply our classroom learning in supervised clinical settings, to design, implement and evaluate your own treatment programs. Students deepen their experience of music, creative expression and the role of the arts. They are encouraged to explore their values, beliefs, feelings and communication patterns, to increase their effectiveness in the profession.
The Work of Music Therapy
Music therapists use the creative process inherent in musical participation to assist individuals and groups to improve their mental, physical and emotional functioning. Music therapists work with deep emotions in specialized therapy programs using music, improvisational and counselling resources to achieve therapeutic goals. Music therapy is increasingly identified by healthcare professionals as an effective catalyst for client motivation, stimulation and communication.
Music Therapy Program Philosophy
The faculty of the Capilano University Music Therapy program believe in the profound capacity of music to be transformative. We believe in the unique value of each human being, and in their innate abilities to grow, to become self-aware and to be resourceful. In this program, we believe the development of these capacities is best facilitated in a mutually respectful, creative environment in which the student is encouraged, inspired and challenged. We include traditional and transpersonal perspectives while grounding them in the unique context of Music Therapy.
More information in:
https://www.capilanou.ca/music-therapy/
Good Luck!
Thank you for sharing this information!
C
Patricia Dorch, M.S.
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Hi -
Music Psychology courses are very specific. I recommend you identify a local program - then ask to meet with a instructor for an "informational meeting". Be prepared with questions you might want answered during this meeting. Another option would be once you have identified a person that can help answer your questions - send them an email.
If your school has Career Counselors they would be able to provide direction for Music Psychology courses. Career Counselors have a lot of knowledge - do not hesitate to seek out one for advice.
No matter what advice they offer you - always remember to send a "Thank you" note to let them know how much you appreciated their time an advice.
Good Luck!
Music Psychology courses are very specific. I recommend you identify a local program - then ask to meet with a instructor for an "informational meeting". Be prepared with questions you might want answered during this meeting. Another option would be once you have identified a person that can help answer your questions - send them an email.
If your school has Career Counselors they would be able to provide direction for Music Psychology courses. Career Counselors have a lot of knowledge - do not hesitate to seek out one for advice.
No matter what advice they offer you - always remember to send a "Thank you" note to let them know how much you appreciated their time an advice.
Good Luck!
Thank you for your advice, Patricia!
C