KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
GRADUATE COURSE PROPOSAL OR REVISION,
Cover Sheet (10/02/2002)
Course Number/Program Name MUTH 6104 Music Therapy Education and Supervision
Department Music Therapy
Degree Title (if applicable) Master of Music in Music Therapy
Proposed Effective Date 8-1-12
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new course with a new number should be proposed.
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part of a new program. Current catalog information (Section I) is required for each
existing course incorporated into the program.
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KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
GRADUATE COURSE/CONCENTRATION/PROGRAM CHANGE
I.
Current Information (Fill in for changes)
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Course Prefix and Number
Course Title
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Prerequisites
Description (or Current Degree Requirements)
II.
Proposed Information (Fill in for changes and new courses)
Course Prefix and Number ___MUTH 6104_____________________________
Course Title Music Therapy Education and Supervision
Credit Hours 3
Prerequisites Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy or completion of all Music
Therapy Bachelor’s Equivalency Courses.
Description (or Proposed Degree Requirements)
This course is designed to impart advanced knowledge in the areas of music therapy supervision
and education through readings, lecture, discussion, and role-play. Students will learn the
nuances of supervising music therapy students, interns, and other professionals. Students will
also receive an introduction to course design in music therapy. This course is required for the
Master of Music in Music Therapy degree.
III.
Justification
This course is required for the Master of Music in Music Therapy degree.
IV.
Additional Information (for New Courses only)
Instructor: TBA
Texts:
Davis, B. G. (2009). Tools for teaching. (2nd Ed.). San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.
Forinash, M. (Ed.). (2001). Music therapy supervision. Gilsum, NH: Barcelona
Publishers.
Goodman, K. D. (2011). Music therapy education and training: From theory to practice.
Springfield, IL: Charles C. Thomas Publisher, LTD.
Prerequisites: Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy or completion of all Music
Therapy Bachelor’s Equivalency Courses
Objectives:
1. Students will explore various supervision styles and discover one that is most comfortable for
them.
2. Students will learn to make the transfer between setting measureable objectives for clients and
setting measureable objectives for music therapy students.
3. Students will become increasingly familiar with the AMTA Professional Competencies and
devise, alone and in groups, means of measuring students’ progress toward specific
competencies.
4. Students will become familiar with supervision issues common to music therapy students,
interns, and professionals and devise solutions that are in accordance with the AMTA Code of
Ethics.
5. Students will have a basic understanding of course design including decisions regarding
course objectives, materials, and structuring a syllabus.
Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy or completion of all Music Therapy
Bachelor’s Equivalency Courses including internship.
This course addresses the following AMTA Advanced Competencies:
I.B.2.3
I.B.2.4
I.B.2.7
I.B.2.8
I.B.2.9
I.B.3.4
I.B.3.5
I.B.3.6
I.B.3.7
I.C.5.1
I.C.5.2
I.C.5.5
Apply theories of supervision and research findings to music therapy
supervision.
Design and implement methods of observing and evaluating supervisees that
have positive effects on music therapy students and professionals at various
levels of advancement and at different stages in the supervisory process.
Apply knowledge of norms and practices of other cultures to the supervisory
process.
Evaluate the effectiveness of various approaches and techniques of
supervision.
Evaluate the effects of one’s own personality, supervisory style, and
limitations on the supervisee and the supervisory process and seek
consultation when appropriate.
Develop effective staffing patterns for the provision of music therapy
services.
Develop effective recruiting and interviewing strategies for student and
professional applicants.
Develop policies and procedures for staff evaluation and supervision.
Utilize management strategies to establish and maintain effective
relationships and a high level of motivation among staff.
Design academic curricula, courses, and clinical training programs in music
therapy consistent with current theories, research, competencies, and
standards, including those for national accreditation and program approval.
Utilize current educational resources in music therapy (e.g., equipment,
audio-visual aids, materials, technology).
Communicate with other faculty, departments, and administration regarding
the music therapy program and its educational philosophy.
I.C.5.10
I.C.5.11
II.B.8.2
II.B.8.3
II.B.8.10
II.B.8.11
Design and apply means of evaluating student competence, both internal
(e.g., proficiency exams) and external (e.g., evaluations from clinical
training supervisors).
Utilize internal, external, and self-evaluations to monitor the effectiveness of
academic courses and programs in meeting educational objectives.
Identify and address one's personal issues.
Apply the principles of effective leadership.
Apply current technology to music therapy practice.
Adhere to the AMTA Code of Ethics and Standards of Clinical Practice
using best professional judgment in all areas of professional conduct.
Instructional Method:
Face to face classroom instruction
Method of Evaluation:
Exams and projects
V.
Resources and Funding Required (New Courses only)
Resource
Amount
Faculty
Other Personnel
Equipment
Supplies
Travel
New Books
New Journals
Other (Specify)
TOTAL
Funding Required Beyond
Normal Departmental Growth
VI. COURSE MASTER FORM
This form will be completed by the requesting department and will be sent to the Office of the
Registrar once the course has been approved by the Office of the President.
The form is required for all new courses.
DISCIPLINE
COURSE NUMBER
COURSE TITLE FOR LABEL
(Note: Limit 16 spaces)
CLASS-LAB-CREDIT HOURS
Approval, Effective Term
Grades Allowed (Regular or S/U)
If course used to satisfy CPC, what areas?
Learning Support Programs courses which are
required as prerequisites
APPROVED:
________________________________________________
Vice President for Academic Affairs or Designee __
VII Attach Syllabus
Kennesaw State University School of Music
MUTH 6104 Music Therapy Education and Supervision
Instructor:
TBD
Credit Hours: 3
Texts:
Davis, B. G. (2009). Tools for teaching. (2nd Ed.). San Francisco, CA: JosseyForinash, M. (Ed.). (2001). Music therapy supervision. Gilsum, NH: Barcelona
Goodman, K. D. (2011). Music therapy education and training: From theory to
Springfield, IL: Charles C. Thomas Publisher, LTD.
Bass.
Publishers.
practice.
Course Description: This course is designed to impart advanced knowledge in the areas of
music therapy supervision and education through readings, lecture, discussion, and role-play.
Students will learn the nuances of supervising music therapy students, interns, and other
professionals. Students will also receive an introduction to course design in music therapy. This
course is required for the Master of Music in Music Therapy degree.
Course Objectives:
1. Students will explore various supervision styles and discover one that is most comfortable for
them.
2. Students will learn to make the transfer between setting measureable objectives for clients and
setting measureable objectives for music therapy students.
3. Students will become increasingly familiar with the AMTA Professional Competencies and
devise, alone and in groups, means of measuring students’ progress toward specific
competencies.
4. Students will become familiar with supervision issues common to music therapy students,
interns, and professionals and devise solutions that are in accordance with the AMTA Code of
Ethics.
5. Students will have a basic understanding of course design including decisions regarding
course objectives, materials, and structuring a syllabus.
Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy or completion of all Music Therapy
Bachelor’s Equivalency Courses including internship.
This course addresses the following AMTA Advanced Competencies:
I.B.2.3
I.B.2.4
Apply theories of supervision and research findings to music therapy
supervision.
Design and implement methods of observing and evaluating supervisees that
have positive effects on music therapy students and professionals at various
I.B.2.7
I.B.2.8
I.B.2.9
I.B.3.4
I.B.3.5
I.B.3.6
I.B.3.7
I.C.5.1
I.C.5.2
I.C.5.5
I.C.5.10
I.C.5.11
II.B.8.2
II.B.8.3
II.B.8.10
II.B.8.11
levels of advancement and at different stages in the supervisory process.
Apply knowledge of norms and practices of other cultures to the supervisory
process.
Evaluate the effectiveness of various approaches and techniques of
supervision.
Evaluate the effects of one’s own personality, supervisory style, and
limitations on the supervisee and the supervisory process and seek
consultation when appropriate.
Develop effective staffing patterns for the provision of music therapy
services.
Develop effective recruiting and interviewing strategies for student and
professional applicants.
Develop policies and procedures for staff evaluation and supervision.
Utilize management strategies to establish and maintain effective
relationships and a high level of motivation among staff.
Design academic curricula, courses, and clinical training programs in music
therapy consistent with current theories, research, competencies, and
standards, including those for national accreditation and program approval.
Utilize current educational resources in music therapy (e.g., equipment,
audio-visual aids, materials, technology).
Communicate with other faculty, departments, and administration regarding
the music therapy program and its educational philosophy.
Design and apply means of evaluating student competence, both internal
(e.g., proficiency exams) and external (e.g., evaluations from clinical
training supervisors).
Utilize internal, external, and self-evaluations to monitor the effectiveness of
academic courses and programs in meeting educational objectives.
Identify and address one's personal issues.
Apply the principles of effective leadership.
Apply current technology to music therapy practice.
Adhere to the AMTA Code of Ethics and Standards of Clinical Practice
using best professional judgment in all areas of professional conduct.
Attendance:
Attendance and punctuality are vital to success in this course. More than 3 absences will result in
a lowered grade. (Note: 3 tardies = 1 absence)
Assignments:
4 Exams over assigned readings and lectures
5 Article Reflections that pertain to course topics
In-class role-play of supervision scenarios
1 Student Evaluation Form Design
1 Original Syllabus
Academic Honor Policy:
Academic dishonesty undermines the values of Kennesaw State University as well as the
educational endeavor. All instances of academic dishonesty will be reported to the Chair of the
School of Music and will negatively impact the student’s grade for the course.