Become a music therapist

In the UK professional music therapy qualifications are required at postgraduate level.

Music therapy is an inspiring and rewarding career. A high level of musicianship is required and an approved postgraduate MA training in music therapy must then be undertaken. Entry level clinicians must have completed a 3 year musical training leading to a Diploma or Masters from a college of music, or Degree from a University followed by a postgraduate qualification in Music Therapy. Very occasionally students who hold qualifications in subjects other than music, e.g. education or psychology, may be accepted if they have achieved a high standard of musicianship. Assessment of personality and suitability for the work also form part of an interview.

The Institutions listed below offer courses with qualifications approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC):

• Anglia Ruskin University
• Guildhall School of Music and Drama
• Nordoff Robbins
• Queen Margaret University
• Roehampton University
• University of South Wales
• University of West of England