Advance Your Expertise. Strenghten Your Impact. Become CBIS Certified.

The Brain Injury Association of New York State’s unique training program prepares you for the Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) exam with expert-led webinars, structured study tips, and detailed home study guidance aligned with the course text.

Led by a Certified Brain Injury Specialist Trainer (CBIST), this program is designed to help you confidently review exam material while strengthening a network of skilled, dedicated brain injury professionals across New York State and the country.

Program Overview:

  • Asynchronous learning hosted through the Brain Injury Association of New York State’s LearnUpon platform
  • 25 on-demand webinars aligned with textbook chapters
  • Weekly study tips and guided home study materials
  • One-on-one support available with a CBIST upon request
  • Access begins the first of the month after payment and remains available for 8 weeks

Cost:

  • $275 – Includes full webinar access and individualized support

How to Register:

All registration forms for the CBIS review and payments must be submitted to BIANYS

  • Request an application: kthomas@bianys.org
  • Submit payment by check or request a link to pay by credit card, or request an invoice
  • Please make checks payable to Brain Injury Association of New York State

Mailing Address:

BIANYS
Attn: Karen Thomas
5 Pine West Plaza, Suite 506
Albany, NY 12205

Applicants will receive a confirmation email within five business days of completed registration and payment.

Important Notes:

  • Course materials are released on the first of the month following payment
  • Access to materials is available for 8 weeks
  • Textbook purchase and ACBIS application fees are not included
  • Participants must have internet access to complete the training

Eligibility Requirements:

The CBIS certification is developed and administered through the Brain Injury Association of America’s Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialists (ACBIS).

To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Have at least 500 hours of verifiable direct contact experience with individuals with brain injury
  • Have experience through paid employment or an academic internship under supervision or licensure
  • Hold a high school diploma or equivalent

*Volunteer and personal experience do not qualify.

For full eligibility requirements, visit the ACBIS website.

Now enrolling. Contact us today to get started.

Karen Thomas, Senior Director of Programs
kthomas@bianys.org
518-459-7911