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Digital Documentation in Early Childhood Music Therapy Settings Lori F. Gooding, Ph.D., MT-BC Florida State University Tallahassee, Florida
Documentation of information related to clinical services is intended to assist with treatment and facilitate communication with clients, families, and other providers. Music therapists must meet documentation standards outlined in the American Music Therapy Association Standards of Clinical Practice, adhere to compliance standards set by local, state, and federal entities, and ensure that data is secure. The use of digital documentation in music therapy is growing, and digital documentation practices can save time, promote standardization, and provide information that will enhance treatment. However, digital documentation is not without its challenges. This article provides an overview of digital documentation, strategies for implementation, and suggestions for ethical and legal compliance in early childhood settings.
imagine 8(1), 2017
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