NC H429

Establishes the North Carolina Music Therapy Practice Act effective upon enactment, requiring licensure for individuals practicing music therapy beginning January 1, 2012.

Creates a three-member North Carolina Board of Music Therapy composed of two licensed music therapists and one public member, with initial appointments made by October 1, 2011.

Sets licensure requirements including: age 18+, good moral character, bachelor's degree from AMTA-accredited program in music therapy, board certification (MT-BC), and minimum 1,200 hours clinical training (180 hours pre-internship, 900 hours internship).

Authorizes the Board to issue, renew, deny, suspend, or revoke licenses; conduct investigations and hearings; set fees (up to $100 for initial license, $250 for renewal every 5 years); and assess civil penalties up to $1,000 for violations.

Makes unlicensed practice of music therapy a Class 1 misdemeanor and exempts students in approved programs, federal government employees, and incidental practice by other licensed professionals who do not represent themselves as music therapists.