Who is Eligible
Nationally registered, credentialed or association member professionals, including:
- Advanced practice nurse
- Doctor of Medicine
- Psychiatrist
- Registered Counsellor
- Registered Psychologist
- Social Worker
A detailed listing of eligible professionals can be found here.
Additional Requirements
The applicant must attest that, over the course of their career, he/she has conducted a minimum of 500 therapy hours using Dialectical Behavior Therapy as a theoretical orientation. Additionally, the applicant must attest to the use of clinical outcome evaluation procedures to monitor and adjust therapy consistent with the APA policy on evidence-based practice.
Renewal
To maintain Certification, a renewal is required. After your initial 2-year Certification, you can renew for 2 years. A 2-year renewal requires 12 CPD hours of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Suicide Risk Assessment/Intervention, Crisis Intervention, Personality Disorders, Mindfulness, Emotional Regulation and/or Behavioral Analysis-focused training since you were last Certified.
Sample renewal trainings include:
Renewal CPD content cannot be the same content used for prior renewal or initial certification
Renewal Process
- Complete a qualifying training
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Upload the following documents to your account:
- A copy of the candidate’s professional registration, credential, or membership
- Evidence of completion of qualifying training, in the form of a CPD or completion certificate
- Remit your renewal fee of 149.99 USD online
Complete details can be found here.