Application Process
The Brain Injury Association of America's Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialists (ACBIS) is the nation's premiere brain injury certification program.
Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) applications are only valid for one year. You will need to reapply to the program if the full process (approval, testing, and any retesting) isn’t completed within a one-year timeframe.
What applicants need to complete the application:
- Your resume or CV
- A completed CBIS Employment Verification
How to apply to be a CBIS:
1. Log in to BIAA’s Professional Learning Center and proceed to the Catalog to purchase the CBIS application. Note: If your application fee was paid by another person or group, please select the “Enrollment Key” option on the homepage and enter the key provided on the receipt.
2. After you finish your purchase of the CBIS application, you should complete all the following PCBIS application steps.
- Submit the CBIS application survey
- Upload your Enrollment Verification document
- Pre-check the Automated Proctoring Technology
- Check your email for your Application Submission Confirmation
3. Once the application is approved, an email with a unique link to access the CBIS Examination will be sent to the email address in your profile within 1-2 business days.
4. Your CBIS certification will be made available in the learning portal profile under Transcripts once you successfully pass the exam
Additional instructions on account creation, purchasing, and completing a CBIS application are also available on our Frequently Asked Questions page.
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