Securing Employment
© 2008
Cathy Knoll, MA, MT-BC
Dellinda Henry, MEd, MT-BC
Dwight Knoll
FREE eco-friendly online mini-course
Optional 5 CMTE credits $25
Securing Employment is a music therapy mini-course available to you at no cost or obligation. The practical, down-to-earth course is designed
to help current and future music therapists develop a systematic marketing plan for securing a job in music therapy. The course also includes a detailed discussion of professional financial issues. To receive this FREE mini-course, just send us a quick request via e-mail CathyKnoll@MusicWorksPublications.com and we will send you an e-mail with the pdf workbook attached and links to the audio discussion. You can print the workbook or read the .pdf on your computer. You can download the .mp3 audio tracks or listen on-line.
Chapter 1: Offer top-quality services
Chapter 2: Explore employment options
Chapter 3: Increase your visibility
Chapter 4: Take a bold step
Chapter 5: The money game
Chapter 6: Lots of good stuff
Remember, to receive this FREE mini-course – pdf workbook and audio files – just send a brief request to CathyKnoll@MusicWorksPublications.com Check out our other FREE mini-courses, and tell your colleagues about these helpful professional resources.
Optional CMTE credits. Music therapists can earn 5 pre-approved CMTE credits for just $5 per credit hour by reviewing the workbook materials, listening to audio segments, completing a choice of two “Opportunities for Growth” assignments, and then completing the CMTE application packet. You may take the mini-course now and apply for credits anytime in the future. Whether you take the course for CMTE credit or not, Music Works Publications commends you for taking steps to boost your professional development.
When you apply for CMTE credit, you will submit a CMTE packet that includes: (1) a copy of your choice of two “Opportunities for Growth” assignments, (2) the required 2-page CMTE Evaluation form located at the back of the workbook, and (3) a check paid to the order of Music Works Publications for your $25 CMTE fee. You must keep a copy of your packet in the event it is lost in the mail. Send the CMTE packet to Dellinda Henry, MT-BC, 9471 Brushy Point Street, San Antonio, TX 78250.
Learning Objectives Course participants will:
(1) Develop an education and training plan for maximizing their professional skills,
(2) Develop a plan for locating and assessing potential employers,
(3) Develop an effective, multi-pronged marketing plan,
(4) Develop a plan for proposing music therapy services and applying for employment,
(5) Develop a process for evaluating professional financial issues, and
(6) Review sample proposals, resumes, and other materials necessary for securing employment.
Securing Employment addresses these specific competencies of the CBMT Revised Scope of Practice: V. A. Professional Development: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. V. B. Professional Responsibilities: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 14
Instructors. Cathy Knoll, MA, MT-BC and Dellinda Henry, MEd, MT-BC
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Statement of relationship to CBMT: Securing Employment is approved by the Certification Board of Music Therapists (CBMT) for 5 Continuing Music Therapy Education credits (CMTE). Credits awarded by CBMT are accepted by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). Music Works Publications, S-001, maintains responsibility for program quality and adherence to CBMT policies and criteria. See the CMTE Information page for details.