Bachelor of Music - Music Therapy

The music therapy sequence provides academic content and clinical experiences related to competencies outlined by the american music therapy association. students who complete the music therapy degree are eligible to sit for the national board certification exam to obtain the credential mt-bc (music therapist - board certified), which is necessary for professional practice.

Our faculty helps graduates with introductions and recommendations to educational institutions and employers,our program develops practical knowledge and conceptual foundations for work,many graduates choose typical career paths associated with this major. however, some graduates choose unrelated careers that utilize skills and experiences developed during their years in college.

• Type: Mandatory

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Education teaching private lessons employers day care centers elementary and secondary schools private schools recreation centers colleges and universities conservatories studios self-employed strategies acquire teaching certificate for public school teaching. gain experience working with children through volunteer or part-time work experiences. graduate degree required to teach in higher education. specialize in an area such as music, music theory, composition, music history, etc. performance skill on one instrument or voice required. develop business relationships with schools and/or music stores to increase client base. performance instrumental vocal employers armed forces bands and orchestras symphony orchestras small ensembles rock or jazz groups dance bands concert soloist clubs and restaurants church choirs community choral groups opera chorus or soloist musical theaters ballet productions recording industry radio, television, and motion picture industries strategies develop musical talent and skill. obtain formal training to acquire necessary skills, knowledge, and ability to interpret music. ambition and showmanship are important. join campus bands and choruses, church choirs, and other performing acts. seek competitions, apprenticeship programs, and workshops to gain experience and recognition. opportunities are very limited. most performers have othercareers. auditions are generally required. composing/arranging composing arranging

Work while you study

First-year students can only work on campus, and only under certain conditions. In the second year, students can work in practical, curricular or elective jobs. Students may be allowed to consider other types of employment, depending on their circumstances.

Partnerships

Most universities in United States have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Illinois State University has partnerships with the following companies: