Practicum Placements
***We accept students on a revolving basis based upon the availability of our clinicians. Please contact us for up to date information. ***
We are proud to offer practicum placements via Telehealth (when available) and in-person services to music therapy students in undergraduate, equivalency, and graduate programs. We currently have affiliations with Berklee College of Music, Marywood University, St. Mary of the Woods College, Temple University, Montclair State University, Southern Connecticut State University, and University of Rhode Island. We are open to other affiliations. (Are you already a music therapy student looking for additional training and resume boosters outside of your placements? Click HERE to learn more about our summer Field Study program designed just for you!)
We accept practicum students from September-December, January-May, and May-August. Our numbers depend upon client availability, the requirements needed for telehealth vs. in-person services, time and fiscal availability of the practice, and whether or not a University Affiliated Intern is on staff.
As a practicum student, we offer opportunities to:
Participate in weekly clinical team meetings to learn how a private practice is run behind the scenes
Participate in weekly supervision with a clinical supervisor
Observe, co-treat, and lead sessions under the supervision of a member of our clinical team
Write clinical data and reports
Complete mini assignments to assist with session planning
To qualify for a practicum placement, you must...
1. Have basic guitar and vocal skills
2. Be comfortable around individuals with disabilities
3. Be organized and punctual
4. Have access to reliable transportation (if participating in in-person sessions)
5. Have access to reliable internet in a private location (if participating in telehealth sessions)
6. Have a university willing to engage in an affiliate agreement
7. Have clear requirements from the university for what needs to be accomplished for your practicum.
8. Be willing to sign a Confidentiality Agreement, Non-Solicitation Agreement, and a Hold Harmless agreement. (any students under the age of 18 are required to have a parent/ guardian sign consent as well).
9. Be able to pass a background check and/or drug test.
Ready to Apply?
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. Only complete applications will be considered. Applicants with a qualifying score on their application materials will be offered a chance to interview and audition using a two (2) minute song performed with guitar and vocals.
To apply, please send the following documents as a PDF via email to Mark Wickham, MA, MT-BC, Lead Student Supervisor, mark@infinitymusictherapy.com. Please cc: Jona Shook, MA, MT-BC, Director of Services jona@infinitymusictherapy.com. Questions regarding the practicum can be directed to the same emails.
1. A cover letter explaining why you would like this practicum experience, any obstacles that will prohibit you from being available during the semester, and what you are hoping to learn
2. A current resume (We recognize that for students, this task may seem daunting. Please include any volunteer service, practicum placements, extra-curricular activities, etc. you have been involved with)
Tips and Tricks to be accepted...
Speak to your college/ university advisor prior to applying to ensure that the University is willing to set up an affiliate agreement if you are accepted.
What can you do to stand out? Be honest about your semester obligations. You don’t want to be accepted to only be dismissed during week one for being unable to fulfill the requirements. It is a good idea to have someone proofread your application materials.
Practice interviewing. Think about what Infinity stands for and what we do. What questions might we ask?
Clinic Location
Main Office:
196 Queen Street
Southington, CT 06489
Contact Us
General Questions/ Referrals:
Main Line (860) 518-5557
Fax (888) 200-4093
info@infinitymusictherapy.com