Music Therapy

Cupola atop a building on the Molloy University campus

An emphasis on Music Therapy in Developmental Health Across the Lifespan

The Bachelor of Science in Music Therapy provides students with the necessary theoretical knowledge, practical techniques, and clinical experience required to use music as a therapeutic modality with children and adults who have special needs. The interdisciplinary undergraduate program emphasizes developmental health across the lifespan and incorporates music coursework to develop students' musicianship skills, as well as coursework in Psychology to provide models for evaluations and treatment of clinical populations. We are the only Undergraduate Music Therapy Program in the New York City Area that is approved by the American Music Therapy Association.

Molloy College is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).

Learning Outcomes:

  • Apply clinical and functional musical skills toward music therapy practice, including proficiency, knowledge, and flexibility using the voice, piano, and guitar to improvise, compose, and recreate pre-composed music.
  • Apply theoretical knowledge, methods, techniques, and clinical experiences by interpreting and synthesizing information with accuracy.
  • Be knowledgeable and respectful of diverse cultural backgrounds while treating all persons with dignity and respect, providing a culturally-informed approach.
  • Demonstrate an awareness of current issues, philosophies, scholarship, methods, materials, research, continuing education opportunities, and practices in music therapy.
  • Locate, leverage, and/or create opportunities for musical and social engagement in a variety of diverse communities.

Program Features

Some exciting features of Molloy University's Music Therapy program include:

  • Course Content

    Course Content Includes

    • Early musical development
    • Music experiences within developmental stages
    • Vocal, movement, and instrumental improvisation
    • Sign language
    • Technology-assisted songwriting
    • Hands-on fieldwork and internship with expert supervisors
    • Training facilities include early intervention, schools, rehabilitation, community-based wellness programs, assisted living and nursing homes, and medical facilities, and many more!

  • Advanced Music Therapy Certification Trainings

    • Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Training
    • Analytical Music Therapy Training

  • Career Opportunities

    A degree in Music Therapy from Molloy University will prepare you for  a career in many industries including:

    • Career Opportunities:

    • Public schools
    • Private schools
    • Centers for individuals with developmental disabilities
    • Hospitals
    • Rehabilitation centers
    • Nursing homes
    • Assisted living facilities
    • Outpatient care facilities
    • Psychiatric inpatient and outpatient centers
    • Private practice

Rebecca Center for Music Therapy

Molloy's on-campus clinic, the Rebecca Center for Music Therapy, is a nonprofit organization that provides music therapy services for people with special needs in New York and Long Island. The Rebecca Center’s approach involves interactive use of live music to stimulate and develop communication, expressiveness, socialization, and relationships. The newly expanded and renovated clinic includes four treatment rooms and a private waiting area for clients and their families, as well as a workspace for staff and students. The training facility at Molloy College provides students with clinical and research experience through observing, co-leading, and leading music therapy sessions under the supervision and guidance of experienced and professionally credentialed music therapists.