KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
GRADUATE COURSE PROPOSAL OR REVISION,
Cover Sheet (10/02/2002)
Course Number/Program Name MUTH 5101 Music Therapy Foundations I
Department Music Therapy
Degree Title (if applicable) Music Therapy Bachelor’s Equivalency
Proposed Effective Date 8-1-12
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I. Current Information (Fill in for changes)
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II. Proposed Information (Fill in for changes and new courses)
Course Prefix and Number ___MUTH 5101 _____________________________
Course Title Music Therapy Foundations I __________
Credit Hours 3
Prerequisites none
Description (or Proposed Degree Requirements)
Exploration of the foundations of music therapy including history, current practice, approaches, philosophies, interventions, and materials. Includes a practicum and a weekly skills lab. This course is an undergraduate requirement for the Bachelor’s Equivalency in Music Therapy. This course does not count toward the Master of Music in Music Therapy.
III. Justification
This undergraduate course is required by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) for the Music Therapy Bachelor’s Equivalency.
IV. Additional Information (for New Courses only)
Instructor: TBA
Texts:
Davis, W. B., Gfeller, K. E., & Thaut, M. H. (Eds.). (2008). An introduction to music therapy theory and practice. (3rd Ed.). Silver Spring, MD:
American Music Therapy Association.
Standley, J. M. & Jones, J. D. (2007). Music techniques in therapy, counseling, and special education. (3rd Ed.). Silver Spring, MD: American Music
Therapy Association.
Prerequisites: None
Objectives:
This course addresses the following AMTA Professional Competencies:
B.12.1 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the potentials, limitations, and problems of exceptional individuals.
B.12.2 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the causes and symptoms of major

exceptionalities, and basic terminology used in diagnosis and classification.
B.12.3 Demonstrate basic knowledge of typical and atypical human systems and development (e.g. anatomical, physiological, psychological, social.)
B.13.1 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the dynamics and processes of a therapistclient relationship.
B.13.2 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the dynamics and processes of therapy groups.
B.13.3 Demonstrate basic knowledge of accepted methods of major therapeutic approaches.
B.14.1 Recognize the impact of one's own feelings, attitudes, and actions on the client and the therapy process.
B.14.2 Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with clients that are conducive to therapy.
B.14.3 Use oneself effectively in the therapist role in both individual and group therapy, e.g. appropriate self-disclosure, authenticity, empathy, etc. toward affecting desired behavioral outcomes.
C.15.1 Demonstrate basic knowledge of existing music therapy methods, techniques, materials, and equipment with their appropriate applications.
C.15.2 Demonstrate basic knowledge of principles, and methods of music therapy assessment and their appropriate application.
C.15.3 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the principles and methods for evaluating the effects of music therapy.
C.15.4 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the purpose, intent, and function of music therapy for various client populations.
C.15.5 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the psychological and physiological aspects of musical behavior and experience (i.e. music and affect; influence of music on behavior; physiological responses to music; perception and cognition of music; psychomotor components of music behavior; music learning and development; preference; creativity).
C.15.6 Demonstrate basic knowledge of philosophical, psychological, physiological, and sociological bases for the use of music as therapy.
C.15.7 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the use of current technologies in music therapy assessment, treatment, and evaluation.
C.22.8 Demonstrate critical self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses.
C.22.14 Demonstrate basic knowledge of professional music therapy organizations and how these organizations influence clinical practice.
C.22.15 Demonstrate basic knowledge of music therapy service reimbursement and financing sources (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, Private Health Insurance, State and Local Health and/or Education Agencies, Grants).
C.23.3 Define the role of music therapy in the client's total treatment program.
C.24.1 Participate in and benefit from supervision.
C.25.1 Interpret information in the professional research literature.
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Instructional Method:

Face to face classroom instruction
Method of Evaluation:
Exams and weekly skill demonstration through role-playing and client simulations
V. Resources and Funding Required (New Courses only)
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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
Music Therapy
MUTH 5101
Music Therapy Foundations I
(Note: Limit 16 spaces)
CLASS-LAB-CREDIT HOURS
Approval, Effective Term
Grades Allowed (Regular or S/U)
3-1-3
Fall 2012
Regular
n/a If course used to satisfy CPC, what areas?
Learning Support Programs courses which are
required as prerequisites n/a
APPROVED:
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Vice President for Academic Affairs or Designee __

VII Attach Syllabus
Kennesaw State University School of Music
MUTH 5101 Music Therapy Foundations I
Instructor: TBD
Credit Hours: 3
Texts:
Davis, W. B., Gfeller, K. E., & Thaut, M. H. (Eds.). (2008). An introduction to music therapy theory and practice.
(3rd Ed.). Silver Spring, MD: American Music Therapy Association.
Standley, J. M. & Jones, J. D. (2007). Music techniques in therapy, counseling, and special education.
(3rd Ed.). Silver Spring, MD: American Music Therapy Association.
Course Description: Exploration of the foundations of music therapy including history, current practice, approaches, philosophies, interventions, and materials. Includes a practicum and a weekly skills lab. This course is an undergraduate requirement for the Bachelor’s Equivalency in
Music Therapy. This course does not count toward the Master of Music in Music Therapy.
Prerequisite: None
This course addresses the following AMTA Professional Competencies:
B.12.1 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the potentials, limitations, and problems of exceptional individuals.
B.12.2 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the causes and symptoms of major exceptionalities, and basic terminology used in diagnosis and classification.
B.12.3 Demonstrate basic knowledge of typical and atypical human systems and development (e.g. anatomical, physiological, psychological, social.)
B.13.1 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the dynamics and processes of a therapistclient relationship.
B.13.2 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the dynamics and processes of therapy groups.
B.13.3 Demonstrate basic knowledge of accepted methods of major therapeutic approaches.
B.14.1 Recognize the impact of one's own feelings, attitudes, and actions on the client and the therapy process.
B.14.2 Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with clients that are conducive to therapy.
B.14.3 Use oneself effectively in the therapist role in both individual and group therapy, e.g. appropriate self-disclosure, authenticity, empathy, etc. toward affecting desired behavioral outcomes.
C.15.1 Demonstrate basic knowledge of existing music therapy methods, techniques, materials, and equipment with their appropriate applications.
C.15.2 Demonstrate basic knowledge of principles, and methods of music therapy assessment and their appropriate application.

C.15.3 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the principles and methods for evaluating the effects of music therapy.
C.15.4 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the purpose, intent, and function of music therapy for various client populations.
C.15.5 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the psychological and physiological aspects of musical behavior and experience (i.e. music and affect; influence of music on behavior; physiological responses to music; perception and cognition of music; psychomotor components of music behavior; music learning and development; preference; creativity).
C.15.6 Demonstrate basic knowledge of philosophical, psychological, physiological, and sociological bases for the use of music as therapy.
C.15.7 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the use of current technologies in music therapy assessment, treatment, and evaluation.
C.22.8 Demonstrate critical self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses.
C.22.14 Demonstrate basic knowledge of professional music therapy organizations and how these organizations influence clinical practice.
C.22.15 Demonstrate basic knowledge of music therapy service reimbursement and financing sources (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, Private Health Insurance, State and Local Health and/or Education Agencies, Grants).
C.23.3 Define the role of music therapy in the client's total treatment program.
C.24.1 Participate in and benefit from supervision.
C.25.1 Interpret information in the professional research literature.
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)
Practicum:
Each student must complete a minimum of 60 clinical hours (4 hour per week) for this course at an approved practicum site. Students will not pass the course if they do not meet competency level for the attached practicum as determined by their practicum supervisor. Students will receive a minimum of two evaluations from the practicum supervisor (midterm and final) throughout the semester and a copy of these evaluations will be provided to the course instructor.
Students will keep a time log to document their hours and to specify how the time was spent.
This log will be due at the end of the semester as a required assignment for the attached academic course. Acceptable clinical hours include both direct and indirect patient contact, including observing, co-leading, and leading sessions, session planning, meeting with supervisors, and documentation. Mock sessions and classroom role-play do not count as clinical hours.
Weekly Lab:
Each student will attend a weekly skills lab during which students will role-play mock sessions and practice interventions. Students will receive both peer feedback and a written evaluation from the instructor. Each student will be assigned 3 mock sessions throughout the semester from the Standley & Jones (2007) text to plan and execute for a grade.

Evaluation for Mock Sessions:
Name:_____________________________________ Date:_______________ Objective:______________
_______ Good preparation and planning was evident
_______ Session plan exhibits creativity
_______ Sets up the environment for success
_______ Absence of nervous mannerisms, comments, and hesitations
_______ Finds correct starting pitch on first attempt
_______ Sings correct in-tune pitches and maintains appropriate key throughout song(s)
_______ Vocals have a pleasing tone quality
_______ Plays correct accompaniment
_______ Changes chords smoothly and without hesitation on accompaniment instrument
_______ Accompaniment has a pleasing aural quality
_______ Cues client participation when appropriate
_______ Uses steady beat, appropriate dynamics, and tempo
_______ Music was related to the objective and ability level of clients
_______ Chosen intervention was related to the objective and ability level of clients
_______ Maintains eye contact across the entire group
_______ Affect, body language, and energy level were appropriate for objective
_______ Adapts interventions to client response
_______ Manages client behaviors and interactions effectively
_______ Incorporates “on the spot” feedback into session
_______ Maintains composure throughout session
__________/20 = _______________%
Assignments:
4 Quizzes over assigned readings and lectures
1 Presentation
3 Lab Assignments
Midterm Practicum Evaluation

Final Practicum Evaluation
Practicum Time Log
Presentations:
Each student will be assigned a music therapy population corresponding to a chapter in the textbook. Students will work in pairs on this presentation and present on the day their chapter is listed on the syllabus. Each presentation should be 10-15 minutes long and should address the following points:
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Major terminology for this population
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Major symptoms
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Goals for music therapy
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What interventions have been found effective with this population
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Share one sample music therapy intervention appropriate for this group – you may either explain it or demonstrate it
Presentations can be as creative as you choose - as long as these points are addressed, the format is up to you.
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.
Course Calendar:
Week 1 Syllabus & class expectations
Introduction to Clinical Practice in Music Therapy
Read Ch. 1 be prepared to discuss Study Questions in class
Week 2 History of Music Therapy
Read Ch. 2 be prepared to discuss Study Questions in class
Week 3 Music: A Human Phenomenon and Therapeutic Tool
Read Ch. 3 be prepared to discuss Study Questions in class
Week 4 Quiz 1
Week 5 Approaches in Music Therapy
Read Ch. 15 Part II pp. 451 – 480
Week 6 Approaches in Music Therapy (continued)
Week 7 Quiz 2
Week 8 Music Therapy with Intellectual Disabling Conditions
Read Chapter 4
Week 9 Music Therapy with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Read Chapter 5
Week 10 Music Therapy with Physical Disabilities

Read Chapter 6
Week 11 Quiz 3
Week 12 Music Therapy and Elderly Populations
Read Chapter 7
Week 13 Music Therapy with Behavioral-Emotional Disorders
Read Chapter 8
Week 14 Music Therapy, Medicine, and Well-Being
Read Chapter 11
Week 15 Music Therapy in Hospice
Read Chapter 12
Week 16 Quiz 4