You can apply to the Bachelor of Music Therapy at the end of your second year in Laurier’s Bachelor of Music program or Bachelor of Music in Community Music program. Because music therapists communicate with clients through music, they must have excellent musicianship and musical sensitivity. Nearly half of the required courses are in music, and include instrumental or vocal study, musical skills and ensemble work. program also features courses in clinical improvisation, case studies, therapeutic theories, and two years of supervised group and one-on-one clinical placements on campus and in the community. You will also take courses in developmental, abnormal, clinical and social psychology. Alongside your major instrument you will learn and use percussion, piano and guitar during your placements.

Must be registered in Laurier’s Bachelor of Music or Bachelor of Music in Community Music. Must complete the following courses: MU158: Introduction to Music Therapy PS101/102: Introduction to Psychology PS275: Introduction to Developmental Psychology, Infancy and Childhood PS276: Introduction to Developmental Psychology: Adolescence and Young Adulthood, or PS377: Developmental Psychology: Adults and Elders. Must have high standing in Laurier Music and Psychology courses and strong interpersonal skills. Admission requirements also include an interview with the music therapy coordinator and an audition.