Overview
What is Music Therapy at WVU like?
Description
Music therapy is a dynamic profession that allows accomplished musicians to use their music skills to support the empowerment and development of others.
The Music Therapy major focuses on the disciplines of music, human development and music therapy, in addition to the University's General Education Foundations. You'll develop expertise in three main areas:
- Musical foundations
- Clinical foundations
- Music therapy foundations
Graduates are eligible to sit for the national board certification exam to obtain the credential MT-BC (Music Therapist Board Certified), which is required for professional practice in the U.S.
All interested students must apply to the University and audition for the School of Music for acceptance.
Music Therapy program highlights:
At a Glance
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College/School:
College of Creative Arts -
Division:
School of Music -
Department:
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Degree Designation:
BM -
Degree Program:
Music -
Program:
Music Therapy
Next Steps
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