Structure and Fees
On November 30, 2008, the restructuring of our membership categories and fees came into effect. As MTABC is a chapter of CAMT, aligning with the new CAMT categories will bring consistency and give support to CAMT, joining them in their push to lead Music Therapists toward a higher degree of professional standards.
The new MTI category is for those individuals who are actively working toward accreditation as an intern or recent graduate. This MTI classification of membership would last up to two membership years with the opportunity to receive an extension through CAMT. Students will move to this MTI category when their internship file is opened. MTI members should also notify the Director of Membership when they graduate with their degree, in order to receive upgraded membership benefits.
Associate members working towards accreditation will maintain their associate status until they achieve MTA. They then qualify for a complimentary upgrade to MTA.
MTABC offers our members complimentary upgrades. This means that if you need to upgrade your membership at any point throughout the year (ie: Associate or MTI to MTA), you will not be charged the extra fee, but will still be able to enjoy all the benefits of the upgraded category. Come November, you would simply sign-up under the category that applies to you at that time.
Please note: if your contact or job information changes throughout the year, please remember to update it on our website by logging into the Secure Member's Area and clicking on "Edit Profile". You will no longer need to fill out a registration form each year, making the renewal process much easier.
Membership Categories
| Category | Description | Fee | Late Fees |
| Music Therapist Accredited (MTA) | Music Therapist Accredited (MTA) is a voting membership open to all individuals with current Music Therapist Accredited (MTA) status. Individuals with MTA status are entitled to hold office. | $90 | A $20 late fee will apply after Nov. 30 |
| Music Therapist Accredited, Retired/ Inactive (MTA R/I) | A voting membership open to any individual with current MTA status who is not actively involved in any music therapy practice within the membership year. These individuals are entitled to hold office. | $40 | None |
| Music Therapist Accredited - Graduate Student (MTA Grad) | A voting membership open to any individual with current Music Therapist Accredited (MTA) status who is in full-time graduate studies. These individuals are entitled to hold office. | $50 | A $20 late fee will apply after Nov. 30 |
| Music Therapy Intern (MTI) | A non-voting membership open to individuals who are working toward accreditation as an intern or graduate. This category has a time limit of two years, which may be renewed only once. A $10 coupon will be included in “Welcome to the profession” package and can be used towards this category. | $40 | None |
| Associate Membership | A non-voting, non-office holding membership open to unaccredited graduates of a CAMT recognized music therapy program. | $70 | A $20 late fee will apply after Nov. 30 |
| Student Membership | A non-voting, non-office holding membership open to any full-time or part-time music therapy student. Full-time students in other disciplines are also eligible for this membership. | $30 | None |
| Corporate Membership | A non-voting membership open to corporations interested in advancing the objectives of the Association. | $100 | None |
| Friend Membership | A non-voting membership open to any individual not trained in music therapy or any organization interested in music therapy. | $40 | None |
| Honorary Membership | The Board may appoint any person who has rendered distinguished service in connection with any of the objectives of the Association to Honorary Membership. Honorary members shall not be entitled to participate in membership voting, or hold office in the Association or any Chapter of the Association, but shall otherwise enjoy all privileges of membership. | n/a | n/a |
| Life Membership | The Board may appoint any MTA who has rendered distinguished service in the field of music therapy or in connection with any of the objectives of the Association, to Life Membership. Life Members will continue to exercise all of the voting rights and responsibilities of active voting members, may hold office in the Association or any Chapter of the Association, and shall enjoy all privileges of membership. | n/a | n/a |
If you have questions about the membership restructuring process or are unsure which membership category you fall under, please contact our Director of Membership directly:
Brooke Angus
Director of Membership
membership@mtabc.com