Becoming a Certified Practitioner

The process of becoming a Certified BodyTalk Practitioner (CBP) is not difficult, but there are a few steps to the process. There is not a defined time frame in which this process must be completed, but many individuals take between 6 months and 2 years to become a CBP. It's up to you, your schedule, and how much you are able to focus on studying and practice. So, in order to become a CBP, you must complete the following:

  • Complete Modules 1 and 2 with any Certified BodyTalk Instructor (CBI)
  • Become an IBA Standard Member
  • Either attend Modules 1 and 2 for a second time at a reduced cost OR take the Module 1 & 2 Advanced Practical class with any CBI
  • Complete and document at least 50 BodyTalk sessions, with a minimum of 15 different people, without the use of protocol charts or manuals
  • Documentation of sessions should demonstrate wide use of the Module 1 & 2 techniques and will be reviewed by examining CBI prior to exam
  • Take and pass with a 90 or better both the written and oral practical examination with examining CBI. The exam cost is $175 USD, payable to CBI prior to start of exam and a $20 processing fee to the IBA to submit certification

Once you successfully pass the CBP exam, you are eligible and strongly encouraged to upgrade your Standard Membership to a Practicing membership to then be listed amongst the other BodyTalk professionals so that you can start receiving referrals directly from the IBA website.