Accreditation Pathway (Australia)
Psychomotor PBSP Australia offers a flexible, self-paced training pathway for therapists working toward formal PBSP accreditation.
Unlike structured cohort-based programs (such as those offered in the United States), the Australian pathway allows you to build your required training over time, following your own learning journey.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for PBSP accreditation, you must:
Hold qualifications as a registered or eligible psychotherapist, psychologist, counsellor, social worker, or mental health professional within your state or territory
Be working within your professional scope of practice
Have completed the required PBSP training and supervision components
How Training Works in Australia
In Australia, PBSP training is completed through a flexible accumulation model rather than a fixed year-by-year cohort structure.
This means you can:
Attend trainings in any order (online or in-person)
Learn with different accredited PBSP trainers over time
Progress at your own pace while building experience
The focus is on completing 27 days of approved PBSP training before applying for accreditation.
Recommended Learning Pathway
Most Australian therapists follow this natural progression:
Training (flexible pathway) → Intervision → Supervision → Accreditation
👉 View Year 1 curriculum
https://pbsp.com/train/certification-training/overview-of-the-curriculum-of-the-1st-year/
👉 View Years 2–3 curriculum →
https://pbsp.com/train/certification-training/overview-of-the-curriculum-of-the-2nd-and-3rd-years/
Pathways to Complete Training
Flexible Training Pathway
You may choose to attend individual trainings over time.
Select from available PBSP trainings (online and in-person)
Take responsibility for tracking your own learning
Keep a record of:
Dates attended
Trainers
Content covered
This pathway offers flexibility, though additional supervision is strongly recommended to support skill development.
Supervision & Skill Development
Supervision is strongly recommended throughout your training journey and supports:
Integration of PBSP skills
Clinical application in practice
Readiness for accreditation submission
Accreditation Submission
When you and your supervisor agree you are ready, you may apply for accreditation.
This includes:
Video submission of PBSP structure work
Demonstration of theoretical understanding
Training and supervision record
Written reflection and transcript
👉 View evaluation criteria →
https://pbsp.com/train/certification-training/evaluation-criteria-for-leading-pbsp-structures/
https://pbsp.com/train/certification-training/evaluation-criteria-leading-pbsp-exercises/
What to Include in Your Application
Your application will typically include:
A clear statement of the accreditation level you are applying for
A log of your training and supervision hours
A video recording of a PBSP structure session
A written transcript of the session, including:
Therapist and client dialogue
Identification of PBSP elements (e.g. witness statements, voices, placements)
Written reflections demonstrating your understanding of the PBSP model
Working collaboratively with your supervisor on your submission is strongly encouraged.
Review Process
Applications are reviewed by an international PBSP accreditation committee
Feedback is provided as part of a learning-focused process
The process supports both assessment and ongoing professional development
Ongoing Development
Accreditation is not the end of the learning process.
We encourage all practitioners to:
Continue with supervision
Stay engaged in training and intervision
Remain connected to the PBSP community
A Supported Journey
Training in PBSP is both a professional and personal journey.
You will be supported to develop not only your clinical skills, but also your capacity to work in a deeply relational, attuned, and embodied way.