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The National Association of Cognitive-Behavioral
Therapists provides four certifications -- the
Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist
(CCBT), the Diplomate in
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
(DCBT),
the Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Group
Therapist (CBGT) and the Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Group Facilitator
(CBGF).
(DCBT), the
(CBGT), and the (CBGF).
The criteria established for each credential represents the NACBT's
commitment to insuring that only qualified professionals distinguish
themselves as competent cognitive-behavioral therapists.
(1)
Diplomate in
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
(<----
Click Here for an Application)
The
DCBT is the highest credential awarded by the NACBT.
Requirements For NACBT
Diplomate Status
A. Masters or doctoral degree
in psychology, counseling, social work, psychiatry, or related field from a
regionally accredited university.
B. Ten years of post-graduate
experience at providing cognitive-behavioral therapy. This experience
must be verified by a supervisor or supervisors.
C. Three letters of
recommendation from mental health professionals who are familiar with the
applicant's cognitive-behavioral skills.
D. Successful completion of a
certification program (all levels) in cognitive-behavioral therapy that is
recognized by the NACBT, such as Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Rational
Behavior Therapy, Rational Living Therapy, or Cognitive Therapy. For
more information, click
here.
Maintenance Of Diplomate
Status
A. Certification is effective
for five (5) years. To re-certify, a member must submit at the end of the
five years proof of continuing education received during the five-year
certification period. The total number of contact hours for the five years
is twenty-five (25). If a member fails to meet the continuing education
requirements at the end of the five-year certification period, he or she may
take the certification examination to re-certify.
B. Diplomates must publish one article every year
that is closely related to CBT. This can include submitting an article
for publication in the NACBT's monthly newsletter, Rational News.
C. Diplomates must serve as an Associate on the
NACBT Advisory Board and must exercise their voting privilege with the
board.
Those possessing the Diplomate in
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy credential may elect to include themselves (at
no additional cost) in the NACBT's Online Referral Database. To view
our database, please
click here.
(2)
Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist (<----
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The
Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist (CCBT) Credential
Requirements
Mental health professionals,
regardless of specialization, who professionally qualify are
permitted to apply for the credential of "Certified
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist ." The
following criteria are required for certification:
A. Masters or
doctoral degree in psychology, counseling, social work,
psychiatry, or related field from a regionally accredited
university.
B. Six years
of post-graduate experience at providing
cognitive-behavioral therapy. This experience must be
verified by a supervisor or supervisors.
C. Three
letters of recommendation from mental health professionals
who are familiar with the applicant's cognitive-behavioral
skills.
D.
Successful completion of a primary or introductory
certification program in cognitive-behavioral therapy that
is recognized by the NACBT, such as the Primary Certificate
Program in REBT, the Level-One Certification in Rational
Behavior Therapy program, or Level-One Certification in
Rational Living Therapy. For more information,
click here.
CCBT
Re-Certification
Certification is effective for
five (5) years. To re-certify, a member must submit at the end of the five
years proof of continuing education received during the five-year
certification period. The total number of contact hours for the five years
is twenty-five (25). If a member fails to meet the continuing education
requirements at the end of the five-year certification period, he or she may
take the certification examination to re-certify.
An updated diploma will be
forwarded yearly upon the NACBT's receiving the annual re-certification fee.
The Association provides
several avenues to obtain continuing education, including seminars
throughout the USA and audio recorded lectures.
Those
possessing the Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy credential may elect
to include themselves (at no additional cost) in the NACBT's Online Referral
Database. To view our database, please
click here.
(3)
Certified
Cognitive-Behavioral Group Therapist (CBGT).
For more information, please
click here (opens new window). Requirements: Successful completion
of the home study program and Masters Degree or higher in a mental health
profession.
(4) Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Group Facilitator
(CBGF).
For more
information, please
click here (opens new window). Requirements: Successful completion
of the home study program and high school diploma or equivalent.
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