Application Process

Provisional Certified Brain Injury Specialist (PCBIS) 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 you will need to complete your PCBIS application:

• Your resume or CV
• Enrollment verification document, such as:
  • A letter written on university letterhead from your university’s Office of the Registrar, dean’s office, or an academic adviser stating your name and expected date of graduation;
  • An official enrollment certificate; or
  • Other official enrollment verification documentation

How to Apply to be a PCBIS:

1. Log in to BIAA’s Professional Learning Center and proceed to the Catalog to purchase the PCBIS 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 PCBIS application, you should complete all the following PCBIS application steps.

• Submit the PCBIS 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 PCBIS Examination will be sent to the address in your profile within 1-2 business days.

4. Your PCBIS certification will be made available in the learning portal profile under “Transcripts” once you have successfully passed the exam.

Additional instructions on account creation, purchasing, and completing a PCBIS application are also available on our Frequently Asked Questions page.