What is the Distance Learning Programme?
This training programme is designed to equip caregivers with the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to develop their own therapeutic music programme for young children with disabilities.
The 12-month programme comprises a series of Online Tutorials, Written Assignments, one face to face Intensive Study Weekend, and a supervised Practical Assignment.
Who should apply?
This course is relevant to practitioners who work directly and regularly (at least weekly) with children who have learning or social difficulties under the age of 10 years.
Suitable profiles include:
- Combined Arts Practitioners
- Educators and Teachers
- Psychologists and Speech Therapists
- Activity Leaders
- Musicians
- Any other practitioner working directly with these children on a weekly basis
Note that spaces are limited to a maximum of 2 participants from the same workplace.
Please read our full Course Guide before applying to make sure you meet all requirements and you have a full understanding of the requirements and commitment involved.
How much is the course?
The course fees are 150 Euros.
We want this course to be accessible to all people interested. We are particularly committed to helping dedicated practitioners develop skills they will use in their work with children with disabilities on a day-to-day basis. We understand that public sector organisations face many financial constraints and that people on low incomes also have limited resources. You will have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship within your application.
Information about the financial support available can be found in the Course Guide.
Applicants are encouraged to ask their employers if they are able to help them meet the fees of the course. After all, your new skills will strengthen the work you do and the support offered to the children through their organisation.
If this is not sufficient, there are options to pay your fees in two instalments or to pay what you (or your setting) can afford and request a scholarship to meet the balance owed. You can explain your requirements when you complete your application.
The course fee is payable on acceptance of a course place and is non-refundable if the participant is unable to start or complete the course for any reason.
Apply for a place
This course is currently open for applications. The application deadline is 20 Jan 2027.
Application process
There are 2 stages to the Application process for the Distance Learning Programme Therapeutic Music Work for Children with Disabilities:
Stage 1:
Completing this Application Form. The deadline is 20 Jan 2027
Stage 2:
If your application is accepted, you will be invited to a short interview on Zoom or by phone, held between 20 Jan 2027 and 28 Jan 2027
Applicants selected for the course will be notified by email following their interview and required to pay the course fee to secure their place.
If you have any questions about the application process please contact our course team and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
Ready to apply?
To apply for a place on the course please click the button below and complete the Application Form.
You can also download a Word version of the form that you can use to help prepare your application.