Music Therapist

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  Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations

Music Therapist

Also Called: Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC), LCAT (Licensed Creative Arts Therapist), Music Therapist, Neurologic Music Therapist, Public School System Music Therapist, Therapist, Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC), LCAT (Licensed Creative Arts Therapist), Music Therapist, Neurologic Music Therapist, Public School System Music Therapist, Therapist

What they do

Plan, organize, direct, or assess clinical and evidenced-based music therapy interventions to positively influence individuals' physical, psychological, cognitive, or behavioral status.

$40,790
Starting Salary (2023)
$63,650
Median Salary (2023)
12.2%
Projected Job Growth
16,490
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Adapt existing or develop new music therapy assessment instruments or procedures to meet an individual client's needs.
Apply current technology to music therapy practices.
Collaborate with others to design or implement interdisciplinary treatment programs.
Communicate with clients to build rapport, acknowledge their progress, or reflect upon their reactions to musical experiences.
Compose, arrange, or adapt music for music therapy treatments.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Social
Working with people
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Concern for Others
Self-Control
Integrity
Adaptability/Flexibility
Dependability
Cooperation

What key skills are needed for this job?

Social Perceptiveness
Active Listening
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Service Orientation
Reading Comprehension

Expected Knowledge

Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Fine Arts
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.

Common Activities

Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Assisting and Caring for Others
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

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