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Music Therapy Skills 4 (MUSI90035)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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Semester 2
Overview
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This subject will develop skills in receptive methods of music therapy. Lectures will address the use of recorded instrumental music for facilitating relaxation and imagery with child and adult clients. Skills will be developed in the selection of appropriate music as well as the ability to process verbal responses with clients. Topics will include relaxation methods; supportive music imagery & refocussing music and imagery; group music and imagery; and the Bonny Method of GIM, conducted in dyads.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of the practical work in this subject students should have:
# Developed skills in conducting relaxation inductions, faciliating supportive music and imagery, and re-focssuing music and imagery for children and adults,
# Developed skills in discussion of clients experiences
# Developed skill in music and imagery for groups, and guiding individual clients in the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music.
# An understanding of the theory underpinning receptive music therapy and
# Academic skill in describing outcomes of practical work.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should have:
- Developed skills in listening to others
- Identified methods for self-care and the avoidance of burn-out
- Developed skills in communicating clearly.
Last updated: 3 November 2022