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What is Music Therapy?

Music therapy is the skillful use of music and musical elements by an accredited music therapist to promote, maintain, and restore mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health.

Certified Music Therapists

The Canadian Association for Music Therapy (CAMT) awards the designation Music Therapist Accredited (MTA) to individuals who:

  • Have completed a music therapy degree program

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  • Have completed a 1000-hr supervised internship placement

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  • Have been reviewed and accepted by the CAMT accreditation review board

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  • Meet their ongoing continuing education requirements and

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  • Abide by the CAMT Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice

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