Discover the healing power of music therapy in treating diseases and disorders using complementary and alternative medicine. Opt for an additional 6-Month Internship for a Post Graduate Diploma in Medicinal Music Therapy, in collaboration with Galgotias University, Greater Noida.
Duration: 6 Months | Mode: Online
Available Slots: 28 Slots Remaining
Course Description
The Advanced Diploma in Music Therapy is an intensive, comprehensive program designed to deepen the knowledge and skills of individuals seeking to professionally use music as a therapeutic tool. This course is tailored for those with a foundational understanding of music therapy who wish to advance their clinical practice, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration expertise.
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- Course Description
- Eligibility
- Course Curriculum
- Course Components
- Assessment Criteria
- Course Requirements
- Fee Structure
- Upcoming Sessions
- Application Procedure
- Course Mentors
- FAQs
Eligibility
- Open to candidates with any science degree with music skills demonstrable
through an audition. - Candidates having a bachelor’s degree in music (at least as a subject) or
Psychology students are also eligible to take up the program. All the candidates will be
selected by a selection committee based on the audition requirements/entrance
test as deemed necessary. - Prospective candidates will be healthcare and allied healthcare professionals
having skills in music (both with formal training/informal training demonstrable
through an audition). - Trained Music therapists having a certificate programme in Music Therapy will also be allowed to attend this course.
Course Curriculum
- Module A: Introduction to Music Therapy
- History of Music Therapy
- Basics of Music Therapy
- Interdisciplinary Understanding and Applications
- Module B: Clinical Understanding of Music Therapy
- Clinical Foundations
- Psychological Foundations
- Review of a Research Paper based on Music Therapy Treatments.
- Module C: Clinical Application of Music Therapy
- Possible Clinical Application of Music Therapy
- Understanding Clinical Reports for Treatment
- Correlation of Clinical Reports and Music Therapy Treatment.
- Module D: Treating Disorders with Music Therapy
- Patient Psychology towards Music Therapy
- Diagnostics and Prescription Writing
- Module E: Practicum
- Module F: Final Project
- Written Report, along with 5 Case Studies based on a Selected Topic
- Additionally, a 6-month Internship under a mentor for additional credits and a Post Graduate Diploma (with direct entry to accepting Master’s Programs)
Course Components
| Type | Credits2 |
|---|---|
| Lectures (Online Classes, and Assignments) | 10 |
| Seminars, Symposiums, Conferences (relating to CAM1), either two National or one International | 2 |
| Practicals / Demonstratoins / Workshop (last class every month) | 4 |
| Project I: Written Report on a Selection Topic | 4 |
| Exit as: Advanced Diploma in Music Therapy (ADMT) | Total: 20 Credits |
| Lesson: Medical Techniques and their use in Music Therapy | 4 |
| Project II: 6 Month On-site Training / Internship under the mentorship of a healthcare personnel/hospital/training institute, based on the case studies on selected areas. | 16 |
| Exit as: Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Music Therapy (PGDMMT) | Total: 40 Credits |
1CAM stands for Complementary and Alternative Medicine.
2The credits awarded are as per the Indian Education Laws.
Assessment Criteria
- Students will be assessed based on one Theory Examination, one Practical Examination and the evaluation of their Final Project. Additionally, regular assignments will be given at the end of each unit.
- Upon completion, the credits will be uploaded to “ABC” by Galgotias University. Students can use the credits for other degree programs, as per ABC’s and Galgotias’ Guidelines.
Course Requirements
- A computer and a stable internet connection are required for attending online classes and submitting assessments.
Fee Structure
| Course | Indian Citizens | International Citizens |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Diploma in Music Therapy (20 Credits) | ₹45,000 | $1,500 |
| Additional Fee for Post Graduate Diploma (40 Credits) | ₹20,000 | $650 |
| Project Fee for Post Graduate Diploma | ₹15,000 | $350 |
You will be required to pay half of your fee at the time of acceptance, with the remaining balance due one month after classes begin.
Upcoming Sessions
- July 2025 (July to Dec 2025) – Registrations Open, and Classes start in July 2025.
- January 2025 (Jan to Jun 2026) – Registrations Open, Classes to start in January 2026.
Application Procedure
- Click the apply button to redirect to the Galgotias Application Portal.
- Under Select Discipline, choose “Diploma Programme”.
- Under Specialisation, choose “Diploma in Advanced Music Therapy”.
- After submitting the application, open your registered email and click on the email sent by Galgotias University.
- Under Dashboard, click Start your Application.
- Click Apply Now, under Application Form for Diploma and Certificate Courses.
- Choose Regular under Entry Type, and Diploma in Advanced Music Therapy as Course Preference 1. Leave 2 and 3 empty.
- Enter your details and upload the documents, as required. And, complete the fee payment.
- Upon Acceptance, you will receive an Acceptance Letter with all the relevant details. You will be asked to pay a part of the fee to book your seat, and the remaining amount will be due 1 month after the classes begin.
Course Mentors
Course Mentor & Chairman
Indian Association of Music Therapy
Course Instructor
Indian Association of Music Therapy
Course Instructor
Indian Association of Music Therapy
Course Instructor
Indian Association of Music Therapy
Course Instructor
Indian Association of Music Therapy
FAQs
Who is this workshop for? Do I need knowledge of Science and Music to understand?
Yes. This course will provide the technical knowledge required to practice Music Therapy as a Certified Therapist. You will need prior technical knowledge in either Science, Music, or both.
What Language will the class be in?
A mix of simple Hindi and English. For the English-speaking audience, we will be arranging English-only workshops as well.
How will the courses be conducted?
The majority of your classes will be held online (through Zoom). Assignments and Exams will be conducted online as well. For any project work, you will be required to conduct research in your local area.
How is the Post Graduate Diploma different from the Advanced Diploma?
The Post-Graduate Diploma includes another 6 months of Internship and Project Work, which allows you to earn 40 Credits in total. These can benefit prospective Graduate Students towards parallel entry through ABC, with accepting institutions.
What tools do I need to attend this class?
Just a computer with access to the internet, and either a quiet environment (or the use of any kind of headphones). We encourage everyone to have their cameras on, but we won’t force it. We will be using Zoom as our meeting client.
For any further doubts, feel free to reach out to us at secretary@iamt.co.in or at +91 88605 62106 on WhatsApp!
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