Introduction to DIRFloortime for Music Therapists
This introductory course, specifically designed for music therapists, reviews the theoretical framework, scientific evidence, and scope of application of the DIRFloortime within a music therapy context. This course may be completed in-person over the course of 2 full days or online (virtually) in 3 hour blocks for 6 meetings. This course is facilitated by Dr. John Carpente, Ph.D., MT-BC, LCAT, DIR-C. Dr. Carpente is a credentialed DIRFloortime provider and is recognized by the Interdisciplinary Council of Development and Learning (ICDL) as an Expert DIR Clinician and Trainer.
Training Purpose
The purpose of this training is to introduce introduce music therapists to the Developmental, Individual difference, Relationship-based (DIR) Model within a music therapy Format. Topical areas will include the theory that supports the model, research and clinical practice within a music therapy context. Clinical videos will be shown to illustrate concepts and constructs. Completion of this course satisfies the DIR 101 course required for the DIRFloortime certification through the Interdisciplinary Council on Developmental and Learning (ICDL)
Asynchronous Course Schedule
Learn at your own pace and in your spare time through video lecture segments, readings, podcasts and clinical video examples.
In-Person or Synchronous Course Schedule
The in-person or synchronous version of this course is taught in 2 (6 hours each day) days. The Next synchronous course dates will take place on June 7th and June 14, 2024 @ 9am-3pm EST. See course schedule and REGISTRATION
Training near you
This course has been taught at colleges, universities, clinics, medical facilities and children schools throughout Europe, South America and the United States.
If you are interested in hosting a training course near you, or would like information about our virtual course please email us at info@dmhmusictherapy.com
