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CMCP Student Resources

Ongoing resources are available to support CMCP students and graduates in their professional development, continuing education, and therapeutic music practice.

Program Support & Community

Mentor Support

Our CMCP mentor team is available to provide individualized guidance, answer questions, troubleshoot challenges, and offer encouragement. Students may connect with mentors via email, online platforms, or phone, and personal visits are welcome for those who are nearby or wish to travel. Learn More.

Student & Graduate Discussion Groups

  • Online book studies--Online discussions of required CMCP course materials and supplemental optional books.  

  • Harp for Healing CMCP Study Group (Facebook) – A private Facebook group for active students and graduates of CMCP.

Public Community Page

  • Harp for Healing Facebook Page – Open to the public and dedicated to sharing information and discussion related to therapeutic music.

Professional Standards & Scope of Practice

Maintaining professional standards is essential in therapeutic music practice.

National Standards Board for Therapeutic Musicians (NSBTM)

The National Standards Board for Therapeutic Musicians (NSBTM) is a non-profit accrediting board for therapeutic music certification programs. 

NSBTM Website

Scope of Practice for Therapeutic Musicians

Developed by NSBTM

NSBTM Scope of Practice for Certified Therapeutic Musicians

Continuing Education & Professional Development

The following resources offer additional learning opportunities for therapeutic musicians:

Healing Musicians Hub – Nicole Anderson, CTM-CCM
Online courses related to therapeutic music skills.

Conscious Self-Care – Amy Camie, CTM-CCM

Laurie Riley - Educational resources

Verlene Schermer -CTM-CCM Workshops, therapeutic music resources

Sandy Pereira - CTM-CCM Books on therapeutic music

Anne Crosby Gaudet - Sheet music appropriate for therapeutic music

Instructional & Educational Resources

These resources provide additional skill development, instructional materials, and educational support:

Music, Publications & Instrument Sources

For therapeutic music collections, lesson books, recordings, and instruments:

Therapeutic Music Organizations