Music Certificate Programs
By establishing a state-of-the-art music education and mentoring center designed for neurodivergent musicians, Southwest Florida Music Education Center is providing life-changing programs and opportunities for students, creating a pathway towards social integration, employment and a fulfilling life.

SWFLMEC will offer two music certificates in partnership with the The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education: A two-year high school transition music education program and a four-year post-secondary music education program, each focusing on core areas of musical skill development, including:
- Performance: Ensemble, individual lessons and performance on one or more instrument(s), including voice, percussion, strings, guitar, piano/keyboard
- Music Theory and Ear Training
- Music History
- Electives: Complementary to core courses – including music technology and production, electronic music, songwriting and composition
Integrating Life Skills
A focus on personal well-being is an integrative part of all we do. The Southwest Florida Music Education Center helps students with life skills such as:

Managing anxiety through proven strategies

Adopting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle and creating meaningful relationships

Soft skills including self-advocacy, time management, executive functioning and personal safety

Professional skills including business planning, branding and entrepreneurism

Peer mentoring opportunities and experiences to connect students with other students and professional musicians

