$5 CMTE credits! FREE professional study courses!
Since 1982, the mission of Music Works Publications has been to provide top-quality professional materials at an affordable price. And you can’t beat FREE! Click on any of the FREE mini-courses on the left to get started. Check out all our time-tested professional self-study courses targeting essential professional and clinical skills for music therapy professionals. Sharpen your professional skills and earn pre-approved CMTE credits for just $5.00 per credit in the comfort of your own home and on your own schedule
Mentor::Partner
New mentoring service for music therapists and related professionals. Cathy Knoll shares creative ideas, field-tested strategies, sage advice, and a kick-in-the-pants when needed. Cathy Knoll, MA, MT-BC, is a board-certified music therapist, podcaster, author, producer, and consultant with 40 years professional experience.
Mentor::Partner::Single
For a comprehensive, personalized mentoring session with Cathy Knoll, send an e-mail with ideas, problems, and questions. You will receive a detailed e-mail reply from Cathy as well as a response to your follow-up message. $30.
Mentor::Partner::Annual
Partner with Cathy Knoll in an unlimited, confidential e-mail exchange for one year. Brainstorm. Vent. Solve problems. Develop new strategies. Strengthen clinical skills. Dream. Enrich your life and career for annual fee of $300. Limited enrollment.
Making A Real Difference.
As therapists, our work reaches deeply into the lives of our clients. In order to maximize the benefits of every music therapy session, consider these principles: (1) Address deficits while at the same time recognizing and celebrating strengths. (2) Raise the bar for your client by providing new challenges that encourage growth. (3) Constantly sharpen your music skills and therapeutic expertise so you can provide top notch, state-of-the-art strategies. (4) Treat every person with respect. (5) Avoid mediocrity by instilling a sense of adventure and discovery in every therapy session. (6) Enjoy making music together!
Save up to 43% with our new eco-friendly option!
Save up to $10 on the cost of the course and save $5.00 shipping fee, a savings of up to 43%, by ordering the new eco-friendly edition of our professional self-study courses. You receive a pdf workbook that you can download to print or read on your computer. You receive an audio file that you can listen to directly on your computer or on an iPod, or you can burn on a CD. You receive an invoice via e-mail that you pay by check. If you prefer receiving a hard copy edition, we ship a printed workbook and audio CD via Priority Mail with an invoice that you pay by check.
Free Music Therapy Mini-Courses
All Mini-Courses are free and accessible to anyone who visits our website.
Optional: Earn 5 pre-approved CMTE credits for each course for only $5.00 per credit
Weathering a Storm
Surviving and thriving during the ups and downs of a music therapy career.
Exploring Career Options
Discover your personal and professional profile, priorities, interests, mission, and job options.
Securing Employment
Effective marketing, job interviews, professional presentations, contracts, and salary.
Maximizing Your Career
Specific guidelines and strategies to guide music therapists in successful and rewarding careers.
Managing Challenging Behaviors
coming soon
Professional Development Series
Job Impact Professional Skills for Music Therapists
Sharpen your business and professional skills. Earn 45 hours pre-approved CMTE credit.
Let's Talk Music Therapy Strategies to Facilitate Communication
Use music therapy strategies to enhance your client's ability to communicate effectively. Earn 20 hours pre-approved CMTE credit.
In Harmony Strategies for Group Music Therapy
Improve your ability to facilitate music therapy groups, from a pair to a crowd. Earn 20 hours pre-approved CMTE credit.
You're the Boss! Self-Employment Strategies for Music Therapists
Many music therapists have used this course to build their own business from the ground up – clinic, direct service, contractual services, consultative services. Earn 20 hours pre-approved CMTE credit.
Autism Handbook #1 for Music Therapists
This is the first in a series of three handbooks designed to equip music therapists to provide quality services to individuals across the broad spectrum of autism. Earn 12 hours pre-approved CMTE credit.
Music Therapy Toolbox Series
Developmental Disabilities Mapping a Clear Route
Sharpen your skills and provide state-of-the-art services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Earn 10 hours pre-approved CMTE credit.
Severe Disabilities Accessible Music for People with Significant Limitations
Explore dozens of strategies for encouraging these individuals to participate in making music. Earn 10 hours pre-approved CMTE credit.
Assessments Starting Point for Effective Therapy
Guidelines for developing an assessment tool, conducting the assessment, and interpreting and reporting the results. Earn 10 hours pre-approved CMTE credit.
Autism Moving from Isolation to Interaction
Maximize potential of individuals with autism with strategies that impact communication, social interaction, and restrictive behaviors. Earn 10 hours pre-approved CMTE credit.
