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Music Therapy Clinic
The Clinic is a state-of-the art clinic designed for the training of music therapists at Georgia College & State University. It comprises an observation room with a two-way mirror, a full-equipped clinic, and classroom facilities.The purpose of the clinic is three-fold: to allow students in the early stages of their academic studies the opportunity to observe professional music therapists in action; to allow more advanced students the opportunity to put their skills into practice under close supervision; and to increase community access to music therapy services.The clinic is equipped with a full complement of such traditional instruments as pianos, guitars, autoharps, Orff instruments, electronic keyboards, and omnichords. In addition, the clinic contains such technologically-sophisticated equipment as a Somatron and a multisensory sound lab, stereo system and recording studio.The Somatron is a vibrotactile chairs which is used in music therapy for stress management.The multisensory sound lab is used to provide people with a variety of special needs. Keeping in mind our mission of increasing community access to music therapy services, careful consideration was given in designing the clinic to make it wheelchair accessible.

The Piano and Technology Room houses electronic keyboards equipped with computers.Each station has Music Time and Finale software for easy manipulation of original and composed music. The Recording Studio provides students, faculty, and consumers the opportunity to record live music.The recording Studio offers 8 track recording and CD dubbing for professional quality recordings.

Careers in Music Therapy
A career in music therapy makes it possible to combine a love of music with a genuine interest in working with people. With a clear respect for human dignity, the music therapist structures musical experiences to assist people in discovering their full potential and in achieving desired behavioral changes. Music therapists have the rare opportunity to work with a variety of different people of differing ages--from infants to older adults, from people who are developmentally delayed, mentally ill, or physically disabled to those who are learning disabled, emotionally disturbed, or chemically dependent. More innovative programs have been started for people with life-threatening illnesses, for battered women and abused children, as well as in birthing centers.

Music therapists may work in private practice or on staff at hospitals, hospices, or schools. While salaries vary according to location, employment opportunities are increasing nationwide, particularly in preventative, innovative, and gerontological services. Music therapy was identified in 100 Best Careers for the Year 2000 as a promising career choice.

Employment Opportunities

Information through the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA)

Information through the Southeastern Chapter of the AMTA