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Music Therapist Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Musiktherapeut/in (Ausbildung)

The 5-year vocational training to become a Music Therapist is a specialized professional development program focused on the therapeutic application of music. It prepares you to support and guide people with psychological, physical, or social challenges through music.

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What you do

  • Planning and conducting therapy sessions using musical methods
  • Guiding and accompanying patients in finding musical expression
  • Observing and documenting the therapy process
  • Collaborating with doctors, psychologists, and nursing staff
  • Formulating and evaluating individual therapy goals
  • Utilizing musical instruments for therapeutic purposes

Requirements

  • High musicality and instrumental skills
  • Empathy and good communication skills
  • Psychological resilience and stability
  • Interest in psychological and pedagogical issues
  • Willingness for self-reflection and supervision
  • Good German language skills (at least B2 level)
  • Secondary school leaving certificate (Mittlerer Schulabschluss) or Abitur (depending on the training provider)

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in various fields (e.g., child and youth therapy, geriatrics)
  2. 2Leadership positions in therapy centers, clinics, or rehabilitation facilities
  3. 3Self-employment in private practice or as a freelance therapist
  4. 4Further training in related therapeutic fields or supervision

Open positions

There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Music Therapist Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 1,100 to 1,300 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

How long is the Music Therapist Ausbildung?

The Ausbildung takes 5 years.

What German level do I need for a Music Therapist Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Music Therapist Ausbildung?

High musicality and instrumental skills; Empathy and good communication skills; Psychological resilience and stability; Interest in psychological and pedagogical issues.

Where can I find open Music Therapist Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Music Therapist

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.