MN HF2053

Creates state licensure for music therapists under Minnesota Statutes chapter 146C, requiring applicants to hold a bachelor's degree in music therapy from an American Music Therapy Association-approved program and complete a minimum of 1,200 hours of clinical training.

Prohibits unlicensed practice of music therapy and restricts use of protected titles including "music therapist," "MT," "MT/L," "LMT," and "MT-BC/L" to licensed individuals.

Establishes a five-member Music Therapy Advisory Council consisting of two public members (who have received music therapy services or are family/caregivers) and three practitioners with at least five years of state experience to advise on licensure standards and disciplinary matters.

Requires applicants to pass the Certification Board for Music Therapists examination or maintain current board certification, with a one-year transition period waiving the examination requirement for those already board certified or registered.

Licenses must be renewed every five years with proof of 100 hours continuing education and 100 hours of music therapy practice; the commissioner may impose civil penalties up to $1,000 per violation for disciplinary violations.