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Unlock the transformative power of music with this Music for Health and Wellness microcredential. This microcredential provides you with an in-depth exploration of the application of music to well-being. Through a multi-disciplinary approach, you will gain practical knowledge and insights about how music can facilitate personal growth, emotional health, and improved communication across diverse populations. You will also gain an understanding of the Human Services field and the role of the Helping Professional. This microcredential also provides you with the opportunity to select a fourth course in an area most relevant to your career goals. Successful completion of this microcredential provides current professionals with supportive to careers in direct care and service. Note: Courses that reference music and health or therapeutic applications are intended for educational purposes but do not meet the requirements for professional credentialing in music therapy. Music therapy is a regulated profession that requires completion of an approved degree program with specialized coursework and supervised clinical training. For more information on credentialing pathways, please visit the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) at www.musictherapy.org.
This microcredential is stackableCredits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
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