Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy

Approved by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA)

The Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy from the Puerto Rico Conservatory of Music offers opportunities for a high level of academic study in the processes of using music as part of the health support service in Puerto Rico. As defined by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA), music therapy is the use of music as an ally of health through practices based on scientific evidence by a certified professional music therapist with a patient or group, in a process created to satisfy physical, emotional, mental, social and cognitive needs, resulting in a better quality of life through prevention, rehabilitation and treatment. The program seeks to train music therapists who have the skills to address individual needs in a wide variety of settings and to serve individuals of all ages. Music therapy is a growing field in which therapists can work in various settings, including hospitals, mental institutions, special education programs, nursing homes, and private practice.

The music therapy student is a person who is sensitive to the physical, emotional, cognitive and social situations of others, an excellent musician capable of adjusting to the circumstances presented to him and a therapist with high levels of ethics and professionalism on which his practices are based. therapeutics in scientific evidence. Additionally, it develops the ability to investigate and document clinical processes effectively. The Program will prepare qualified music therapists by providing excellent musical training, clinical training, practice experiences in real settings, and a 1,200-hour internship, with an emphasis on applying practice based on scientific evidence.

• You will be trained to perform your duties as a music therapist in a wide variety of settings with excellence and leadership.
• You will be trained to professionally play your primary instrument, as well as sing and play guitar, piano, and other percussion instruments therapeutically.
• You will have an ethical attitude and the necessary skills to contribute to the development of the environments in which you work, respecting diversity.
• You will be able to work in an interdisciplinary team, research and create proposals to support the development of multidisciplinary health programs.
• You will demonstrate knowledge of technology and its application to learning, research and the workplace.

1. 1. Have completed high school or be scheduled to graduate before May of the current academic year.
   2. Complete and submit the Application for Admission and pay the $75.00 non-refundable application fee by the deadline established in the Academic Calendar.
   3. Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale (or the equivalent of a B average under another grading system). Applications from students whose GPA is below this requirement will not be considered.
   4. Submit the results of the College Board Puerto Rico and Latin America University Admission Tests (PAA) or the results of the Academic Aptitude Test (SAT). Request that the results be sent directly to the Conservatory. The institution will also use the scores from the Spanish and English sections for placement in the required basic courses for both languages.
   5. Submit a minimum 500-word essay with the application describing why they wish to become a music therapist, their professional goals, and the personal qualities they believe will help them succeed in the profession. 
   6. Successfully complete an interview with the Chair of the Department of Music Education and Music Therapy and/or members of the department faculty. The interview is intended to assess the applicant's motivation, evaluate the submitted essay, and determine whether the applicant should proceed to the remaining stages of the admission process or be advised to pursue another academic program. 
   7. Demonstrate written and conversational proficiency in both English and Spanish. Applicants will be required to write one essay in English and one essay in Spanish following the interview.
   8. Receive a favorable recommendation from the Department of Music Education and Music Therapy faculty before proceeding to the audition on their principal instrument. Applicants who do not successfully complete the instrument audition will not be admitted to the Conservatory.
   9. Complete the Theory and Aural Skills Placement Examination. Sample examinations and preparation resources are available on the Admissions section of the Conservatory's website.
   10. Submit three letters of recommendation.