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- Upon completion of the bachelor's degree, music therapists are eligible to sit for the national board certification exam to obtain the credential MT-BC (Music Therapist - Board Certified) which is necessary for professional practice.
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Certification Board for Music Therapists. Supporting music therapy with rigorous competency testing. As your partner and advocate in music therapy, CBMT promotes excellence by awarding board certification based on proven, up-to-date knowledge and competence in clinical practice.
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Programs reflect the requirements for a music therapist to achieve MTA Certification. There is consistency in music therapy education across the country with regards to learning outcomes. Benefits to students who attend and graduate from a CAMT-Recognized music therapy education program include:
The Canadian Association of Music Therapists (CAMT) has strict guidelines and standards for professional competence. CAMT utilizes the title of Certified Music Therapist (MTA), to designate music therapists who have successfully completed the certification process.
Certified Music Therapist (MTA) credential is the entry-to-practice credential in Canada. A music therapist attaining the MTA credential has been approved through a rigorous peer-reviewed process with CAMT.
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When you pass the CBMT Examination, you may use the credential “Music Therapist-Board Certified” (MT-BC). The newly credentialed music therapist receives a certificate from CBMT that indicates valid board certification for five years. The MT-BC credential subjects the certificant to the rules and regulations set forth by the CBMT Board of Directors...
Your score report will indicate a “pass” or “fail.” The current passing point is 95 correct questions out of 130 scored questions. Additional detail is provided in the form of raw scores by the major content category. A raw score is the number of questions you answered correctly. Your pass/fail status is determined by your raw score. Even though th...
CBMT provides every candidate the opportunity to question the test’s fairness, its questions, and its administration within 30 days of the exam date. VIEW OUR ELIGIBILITY REVIEW & APPEAL POLICY
To reapply, submit an application and payment through your online account at the CBMT Login. The reapplication fee is $275.00. Payment will be a part of the application process. There is a waiting period of 30 days between exam attempts. There are no exceptions to this policy.
Although it is required in some states for licensure, state certification, or state registries, board certification is voluntary. VIEW STATE REQUIREMENTS
Certified music therapists (MTAs) provide services in a variety of settings including healthcare, educational, community, private practice, institutional, and corporate. They may work independently or as members of interprofessional teams.
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In order to become a certified music therapist (MTA, or Music Therapist Accredited), one must meet the certification requirements of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists (CAMT), which implies the adherence to a Code of Ethics, ongoing professional development and continuing education.
