The Background and Current Status of Education and Funding for Music. Therapy Services in the United States
2006 DOI: https://doi.org/10.29091/9783752001846/004 Page 55 - 66 9783752001846_004.pdf 130.3 KBMusic therapy in the United States has existed as a profession since 1950. “The American Music Therapy Association” currently reports a membership of over 3500 members. This paper will examine a short background of the profession, education and entrance level requirements for music therapists and current means of financial reimbursement. Future trends for the music therapy profession will also be discussed.