What kind of training is involved to become a music therapist?
In actuality, training as a music therapist begins early in life, when a person begins learning a musical instrument or taking singing lessons. In Canada, music therapists complete a 4-year bachelor’s degree at a university approved by the Canadian Association for Music Therapy. The degree can include competencies like improvisation, group leadership, counselling skills, musical abilities on a variety of instruments, theories and models of music therapy, creative arts, assessment, and practicum experiences. The degree is followed by a 1,000-hour internship, which usually takes six month full time. Q: Where can I get the education to become a music therapist in BC? A: Capilano University is presently the only provider of music therapy training in British Columbia. Contact the coordinator of the program for more information at mtherapy@capilanou.ca or call 604-986-1911, local 2307. Q: I would like to see a music therapist in action or volunteer for a while before I consider training as a
