Becoming a Music Therapist

Interested in Becoming a Music Therapist?

Do you love playing an instrument or singing but want to do more than perform?  Do you feel called to pursue music but don’t want to be a teacher?  Are you a natural caregiver and love to help others?  Then you might be interested in becoming a music therapist! Check out the requirements below to find out how.

What to expect:

  • All states require a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy and some require an additional Master’s Degree.  Click here to find AMTA approved schools offering music therapy programs.
  • Following the completion of your education requirements, a 6-9 month internship must be completed.  Click here to locate AMTA approved internship sites.
  • After your educational and training requirements are complete, it is time to take your board certification exam.  For more information on this exam, click here.
  • If you live in New York, Nevada, North Dakota or Wisconsin, click here for state licensure information.  Licensure is required to practice in those states.

Click here for an informative brochure, designed by the AMTA,  with information regarding a career in music therapy.

Good luck!

Information is provided by www.musictherapy.org and www.cbmt.org