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Music Therapist

Healthcare
Mid-Level Healthcare Therapists
Music Therapist

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

At a Glance

Music Therapist. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 2 years. Top skills: Music Therapy, Case Management, Hospital Experience.

Avg Annual Salary

Not available

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

2 years

Job Postings

2

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Music Therapists

Bright Outlook

Median Wage

$65,010/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+11.5%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (9)

Music Therapy

5.0

Case Management

4.9

Hospital Experience

4.8

Group Therapy

4.5

Athletic Training

4.4

Treatment Planning

4.3

Psychiatry

3.9

Working With Children

3.6

Substance Abuse

3.5

Common Skills (1)

Clerical Works

4.0

Certifications (4)

Music Therapist - Board Certified (MT-BC)

4.6

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

4.1

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

3.8

Licensed Marriage And Family Therapist (LMFT)

3.4

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