Music Therapy Jobs in Texas Schools
Music therapy is a growing profession that uses music as a therapeutic tool to improve health, wellness and quality of life. It has long been used in medical settings to treat psychiatric conditions, cognitive and developmental disabilities, speech/hearing impairments, physical and neurological disorders – just to name a few!
Start your career as a music therapist by earning your Bachelor’s degree from an AMTA-approved college or university. This curriculum covers coursework in music theory and various ancillary sciences to prepare you for work in clinical, educational, community or private practice settings.
Another option is to pursue a master’s degree in music therapy from an AMTA-approved university. This program combines the necessary undergraduate coursework in music therapy with graduate level courses from disciplines like psychology, counseling or social work. Upon graduation, you’ll possess advanced knowledge and professional competencies which are transferrable to various settings such as private practice, schools, community mental health agencies, rehabilitation centers, hospices, day care facilities for both children and adults, along with geriatric living centers.
Some music therapy schools offer doctoral degrees in music therapy or related disciplines that provide advanced competence in research, theory, development, clinical practice, supervision, college teaching and/or clinical administration. For more information regarding pre-registration requirements and entry requirements please reach out directly to each university.
The University of Houston is seeking a full-time faculty position in Music Therapy. The successful candidate will hold the Alice and Fletcher Pratt Endowed Professorship in Music Therapy as well as joint appointments in both College of Medicine at Moores School of Music. This role will include leading music therapy curriculum development and course creation, setting up practicum sites around Houston area, directing undergraduate research projects, as well as engaging in scholarly research related to music therapy with publications.
