Course cost $325 + any applicable tax (based on tax laws in  your location).

20 Pre-Approved CBMT Credits

Recorded Lectures and Live Interactive Meetings (Recorded for those who cannot attend)

About the Course

Music therapists who work with children with developmental disabilities must facilitate skill development in their clients while accounting for differences in neurological development. This CMTE will focus on children with different abilities, with an emphasis in autism spectrum disorder. Attendees will then learn about sensory accommodations that can help their clients be ready for optimal learning and engagement. Music therapy techniques for sensorimotor, cognition, communication, and social engagement will be presented throughout the CMTE.

Enhanced Clinical Approaches

Learn innovative techniques to help regulate and facilitate better outcomes for your clients.

Neuroscience Insights

Basics of neuroscience and neuroscience of development. Learn how to apply neuroscience to clinical techniques. 

Personalized Guidance

Receive feedback on your clinical questions in our live online sessions.

Learning Objectives

Objective 1 

Participants will identify three ways current neuroscience research and developmental literature can inform assessment and treatment implementation (Knowledge 2B6, 2D2, 3A6; Task 12, 23, 38).

Objective 2

Participants will identify modifications and accommodations that help children demonstrate their cognitive, communicative, and social abilities. (Knowledge 2B5-6, 2D8; Task 12, 13, 16, 23).

Objective 3

Participants will identify appropriate clinical applications that facilitate client need areas. (Knowledge 2D7-8, 3A7; Task 29, 30, 36, 38).

Module 1: Neurodevelopment & Sensory Foundations

Recorded Materials: 90 minutes Reading : 30 minutes Homework: 30 minutes Initial Materials will Release 9/4

Module 2: Supporting Sensorimotor Skills

Recorded Materials: 40 minutes   -Supporting Sensorimotor  Homework: 20 minutes  Live Workshop = 90 minutes  9/15 7:00p CT (5p PT; 6p MT; 8p ET)

Module 3: Supporting Communication

Recorded Lecture Materials: 90 minutes   -Communication lecture and materials Homework: 20 minutes  Live Workshop = 90 minutes 9/22 7:00p CT (5p PT; 6p MT; 8p ET)

Module 4: Supporting Cognition

Recorded Lecture Materials: 90 minutes   -Cognition, cognitive flexibility, creating exercises  Homework: 20 Minutes  Live Workshop: 90 minutes 9/29 7:00p CT (5p PT; 6p MT; 8p ET)

Module 5: Assessment

Recorded Materials: 90 minutes   -assessment   -integration Homework: 30 minutes   Live Workshop = 90 minutes 10/6 7:00p CT (5p PT; 6p MT; 8p ET)

Module 6: Integration and Reflection

Reflection: 20 minutes  Live Workshop = 90 minutes **two week gap for integration time** 10/27 7:00p CT (5p PT; 6p MT; 8p ET) Total = 1020 Hours/ 20 CMTE Credits

Meet Your Instructor, Blythe LaGasse

Blythe LaGasse holds a Ph.D. in Music Education/Therapy with a minor in Communication Neuroscience from the University of Kansas. Blythe has been practicing music therapy since 2001, with experience working with children and adolescents with different abilities and needs including autism, emotional/behavioral disorder, learning disabilities, and developmental disabilities. Blythe has advanced training working with people who have autism and motor/speech disabilities.

Meet Your Instructor,  Michelle Hardy

Michelle Hardyis a published author and leader in the field of music therapy with a focus on supporting individuals with neurodevelopmental differences, specifically autism and sensory processing disorder. She has over 25 years of experience applying music therapy techniques to support sensory processing, sensorimotor integration, cognition, and communication. She has worked in schools, private clinics, and led transdisciplinary programs and teams of OTs, PTs, MTs, and STs. She is owner of Michelle Hardy Autism Services in San Diego, CA. She earned her master’s degree from Colorado State University, and her bachelor’s degree from Loyola University of New Orleans.

Course Curriculum

9 Chapters · 41 Lessons

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Welcome to the Course

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      Course Overview.

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      Reading: Neurodevelopment 101

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      Reading: The Importance of Experience

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      Reading: Importance of Music

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      Lecture: Neurodevelopment

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      Evidence-Informed Practice

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      Lecture: The Eight Senses

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      Lecture: Specific Sensory Applications

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      Activity: Sensory Profile and Reflection

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      Submit: Reflection Sensory Profile

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      Lecture: Integrating Sensory Supports in Sessions

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      Lecture: Supporting the Motor System

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      Live Meeting 1 CMTE

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      Activity: Supporting Sensorimotor

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      Submit: Reflection Sensorimotor

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      Discussion and Questions

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      Live Session Recording

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      Lecture: Supporting Communication

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      Live Zoom Session 2 CMTE

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      Activity: Supporting Communication

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      Submit: Reflection Communication

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      Week 2 Live Session

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      Lecture: Supporting Cognition

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      Lecture: Cognitive Examples

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      Lecture: Facilitating with Music

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      Optional: Supporting Cognitive Flexibility

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      Activity: Cognitive Skills

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      Submit: Reflection Cognition

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      CMTE Live Session 3

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      Week 3 Recording

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      Lecture: Assessment in MT

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      Activity: Assessment

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      Submit: Assessment Reflection

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      Week 4 Live Meeting

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      Week 4 Live Session

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      Reading: Bringing It All Together

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      Final Live Meeting

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      Course Survey CBMT

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      Course Survey for Us

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      How to Claim Credits

What People Are Saying

Discover how our course is empowering music therapists to make a real difference in their practice

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I wish this course could have lasted a semester– Blythe and Michelle are so knowledgeable and also present the information in a way that is very practical and useful for music therapists. I loved having the asynchronous videos to watch in our own time and then having opportunities to de-brief on a weekly basis.
Meghan H. 

Music Therapist

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This was the course I have been waiting for! Fabulous demonstration of the blending of a Neuroscience Informed Developmental Approach to music therapy.
Suzanne D.

Music Therapist

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This course was unique and refreshing! I highly recommend it to anyone working with neurodevelopmental differences who wants to better understand how to support their clients.
Danielle A.

Music Therapist

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This was such a fantastic course! Blythe and Michelle not only have a wealth of knowledge and experience, but are genuinely excited about sharing their experiences with others.
Christine H.

Music Therapist

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Highly recommended! I gained an understanding of fundamental skills needed to improve my practice. This course encourages and challenges you to look at your skillset as a music therapist, and build on them. You also get a chance to work with others and collaborate.
Gina G.

Music Therapist

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This was a fantastic course that really changed my perspective on how I approach many of my clients wants and needs. Blythe and Michelle were incredibly helpful and are son knowledgable, and have put so much work and effort into this course. 100% worth the time and effort
Anonymous 

Music Therapist

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The Details and Fine Print. 

Course Structure: Attendees will watch recorded lectures from a previous offering (all provide closed captioning). We also have updated recorded lectures to cover newer materials. These decrease the time needed to meet in person. We will meet 5xs for 90 minutes and record all live meetings.  Course Attendance: We recommend attending all sessions to get the most out of the CMTE. Recordings will be available within 24 hours for those who cannot attend. Participants who watch recordings must submit a short paragraph for each section. All sessions and submissions must be completed by within two weeks of end date to receive CMTE credits. CMTE Credits: To obtain credits participants must attend or watch all sessions and complete assignments. Attendees will also submit a course survey to CBMT (link provided). All sessions must be completed and submitted within two weeks of end date for CMTE credits. Course Minimum: This course will require a minimum of 10 people to run a session. Registrants will be notified about one week in advance of the start date if the course is moving forward or cancelled. Technology Requirements: You must have an internet connection. We will use Zoom for all sessions. Registrants will also be able to access sessions 24 hours after the live session.  Cancellation and Refund Policy: If you are not satisfied for any reason, you can request a refund of course fee in writing. Participants who are not able to view the session due to technology difficulties/errors will receive a full refund. All refunds will be processed within two weeks of a written request. Attendees who request a refund will not be issued CMTE credits. CMTE Information: Neurodevelopment in Music Therapy: From Research to Clinical Practice is approved by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT) for 20 Continuing Music Therapy Education credits. Music Therapy & Neuro Ed #P-114 maintains responsibility for program quality and adherence to CBMT policies and criteria.