M.A. Music Therapy
Program Director: Feilin Hsiao, Music Therapy Faculty.
Music therapy is an established health care and human service profession using music to improve quality of life by optimizing health and wellness and addressing the needs of children and adults with disabilities or illnesses. Highly trained and nationally certified music therapists use music and music interventions in a focused and concentrated manner for healing and change, building on the inherent qualities of music to influence physical, emotional, cognitive, and social responses.
A Unique Career Opportunity
As one of the fastest growing health professions, Music Therapy is listed as one of the 100 best careers in today's job market. Growth exceeds the number of new music therapists entering the profession.
Music therapists
- value musicianship and musical skills
- enjoy music as an integral part of your work
- make a difference in the lives of people
Additional information is available from the following organizations:
American Music Therapy Association
The Certification Board for Music Therapists
Program Options
- Certification (Equivalency) Program For those with bachelor’s degrees in music or other areas
- Certification (Equivalency) Program Plus Master’s Degree Work toward a graduate degree after completing the Certification requirements.
- Master’s Degree in Music Therapy For Board-Certified Music Therapists seeking career advancement opportunities in private practice, clinical specialization, administration, or research/teaching.
Contact 
Dr. Hsiao with specific questions.