CONTINUING EDUCATION
"Approved programs will require that graduates complete ongoing Continuing Education activities as specified and approved by their individual certifying program. NSBTM-approved Continuing Education activities will be the equivalent of 40 hours every four years and must directly enhance the work of a therapeutic musician. Graduates of NSBTM-accredited programs must be current in their certification program’s CEU requirements to be publicly recognized as a practitioner. Accepted CEUs may include: attendance at NSBTM program conferences, taking program enrichment workshops as well as non-program training and workshops, receiving private music lessons and submitting book reviews, as well as other activities approved by a graduate’s specific program." -Excerpt from the Accreditation Standards for NSBTM training programs
Check with your individual training program for specific CEU eligibility and approval.
Featured offerings by accredited program staff and executives:
Offered by NSBTM Board Treasurer/Web Manager and Harp for Healing Mentor Nicole Anderson, MS, CTM-CCM
*Online courses
*Professional Coaching
*Marketing Materials Design
*Book list and other resources
Online Workshops by Verlene Schermer
Verlene Schermer, CCM, Harp for Healing Mentor
*Workshops
*Online classes
View Verlene's calendar for upcoming workshops
Melinda Gardiner is one of the founders of NSBTM and former Executive Director of the Music for Healing and Transition Program (MHTP). She currently serves on staff with MHTP.
*Workshops
*Webinars
*Products
*Retreats
See Melinda's products and available webinar playbacks
Vibroacoustic Therapeutic Music (VATM)
Formerly Vibroacoustic Harp Therapy (VAHT), this certification program is now offered through Harp for Healing and is open to active graduates of NSBTM accredited programs. Contact Mary Stevens for more information at harpforhealing@gmail.com or apply at the link below.
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More opportunities
Get the most up-to-date announcements on the NSBTM Facebook Page
The National Association of Therapeutic Musicians CEU opportunity announcements
Conferences offered through the Folk Harp Society
Events announced on Harp Column
Harp Therapy and Guided Imagery by Ludwig Conistabile, CTHP
Sounds of Healing for Wellness Professionals by Tami Briggs, CTHP
Conscious Self-Care video and webinar by Amy Camie, CTM-CCM
The Impactful Harpist by Cymber Lily Quinn *Contains CEU-applicable modules
Intro to Marketing for TMs by Cymber Lily Quinn
Healing Music for Wellness Settings by Nicole Anderson, MS, CTM-CCM
Upcoming Conferences and Webinars:
Sept 18-20, 2026
ONLINE
Music for Healing and Transition Program presents: The Superpowers of Live Therapeutic Music. This conference celebrates 32+ years of the observations, research, and awareness of the power of live therapeutic music to benefit patients, families and clinicians in healthcare. A variety of presentations, musical activities, and opportunities to share with others can be viewed in the Conference Schedule. Speaker highlights include Music Keynote, Kenny Werner and Medical Keynote, “Dr. G”, Kaishauna Guidry.
Register here
New Harmony Harp Haven Retreat
October 5-9, 2026
New Harmony, IN
New Harmony Harp Haven, an intimate harp retreat led by Elizabeth Richter and Martha Waldvogel. Includes 12 hours of class instruction related to therapeutic music, harp therapy, healthy playing, and applied musicianship. Eligible participants to claim up to 12 CEUs based on participant hours. Please confirm eligibility with your respective certification program.
