1.  MUSICAL:
a) demonstrate functional use of two or more of the following instruments:  piano, autoharp, omnichord/qchord, guitar, organ. This means ability to sight-read and accompany simple songs with I, V, IV, II, V7 chords, in tempo, with 75% accuracy.
b) demonstrate ability to sing on pitch, with an appropriate volume, in rhythm and articulate lyrics clearly.
c) demonstrate fundamental conducting skills (i.e. leading an ensemble or sing-along).

2.  PROFESSIONAL:
a) able to introduce self to client/family/staff and articulate what music therapy is;  
b) demonstrate ability to follow directions, seek guidance when needed, maintain a pleasant attitude towards staff and patients;        
c) maintain appropriate hygiene and attire indicative of hospital standards;
d) demonstrate ability to accept constructive criticism, and to identify strengths/weaknesses;        
e) able to identify options in time-management regarding length of sessions, number of patients to be seen, preparation/charting time, etc.

3.  THERAPEUTIC SKILLS:
a) demonstrate ability to prepare and initiate age-appropriate music activities for children and adults;  
b) demonstrate ability to identify the need to adapt instruments / activities to patient needs and be willing to seek solutions to make them more accessible.
c) demonstrate the ability to write patient objectives in behavioral/observable terms and be aware of at least two methods of evaluation (data-based).

Once the Intern has been accepted the following is necessary:

     Both documents below are to be submitted with the student's background check to the address on the cover sheet. The background check is the responsibility of the student. All the information for the background check is located in the Affiliation Agreement  All this information must be completed prior to the student's  arrival at the hospital. All background checks should be sent to the Clearing House 2 months prior to the intern's start date (the AAS says 4 weeks but, we want to make sure everything is received in a timely manner).   If the Clearing House does not receive the background check 2 months prior to the students start date, it will delay the start date and the student will not be able to begin the internship as scheduled.   For additional information please see the AAS requirements for the background check. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Dominique Hafley @ dominique.hafley@uhhospitals.org  or by phone at 216 844-7795.

Background Check

Cover Sheet