This course is designed for the learner to understand, build knowledge and give an in-depth explanation on what is involved in music therapy course. This contains information about how it is used, who it can benefit, and what it can help with (for example, depression, anxiety, dementia, sleeplessness, and autism, to mention a few), as well as a brief history of the practise. Students are led through an exercise that will help them comprehend what it’s like for a client receiving music therapy, providing a hands-on experience.
Course Content
Module 1: What is Music Therapy?
What does Music Therapy mean?
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Listening Exercise
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A Short History of Music Therapy
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What is Music Therapy Used for Today?
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Module 2: Models of and Approaches to Music Therapy
Music Therapy
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Types of Music Therapy
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Contemporary Frameworks of Music Therapy
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What Kind of Music can be used for Therapy?
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Module 3: Some Interventions for Music Therapy
Music Does Not Have to Be Rigid
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What to Do When Clients Don’t Respond
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Song Writing and Methods
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How to Know That Song Writing Is Working with Your Clients?
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Improvisation
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Music Therapy Group Improvisations
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Why Improvisation?
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Module 4: Music Therapy for Mental Health
Why is Music Therapy a Good Idea?
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What Kinds of Mental Health Issues can be Treated?
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Other Behavioural Issues
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Music Therapy for Behavioural Issues
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Module 5: Music Therapy for Children with Autism
An Overview of Autism
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