Opening in February 2026, our registered member to accredited member (SCoPEd column A to B) route 3: Dual membership transfer route will be for registered members who also hold membership with ACC, NCPS or UKCP aligned to column B of the SCoPEd framework. If the membership you hold with another partner is aligned to column C, please see our registered member to senior accredited member (SCoPEd column A-C) route 4: Dual membership transfer route. 

The SCoPEd partners have agreed that members seeking membership with more than one SCoPEd professional body will not need to have their SCoPEd competencies reassessed. However, it’s recognised that some partners may have additional criteria that need to be met to move into the corresponding SCoPEd framework aligned membership category.

BACP accreditation also ensures competence in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), in line with our commitments within our EDI Strategy and in the understanding and application of our Ethical Framework. These elements of our accreditation scheme are widely recognised across the profession and also play an important role in public protection.

By completing our additional requirements and being successful in your application, you’ll be able to move to our accredited membership category aligned column B of the SCoPEd framework that corresponds to that of the partner you already hold membership with.

Eligibility criteria overview

To apply you’ll need to: 

  • be a BACP registered member
  • hold membership with ACC, NCPS or UKCP which is aligned to column B
  • be in current practice as a counsellor or psychotherapist
  • have an ongoing current contract for counselling or psychotherapy supervision for a minimum of 1.5 hours per month

How to apply

You’ll be able to apply from February 2026 and you’ll need to complete the application form and the reflective practice criteria.

Application details will be available on our website. 

More details about the eligibility requirements and guidance are available below:  

The application fee will be £35. There is financial support available for eligible members. 

You can still apply for individual accreditation to move to accredited membership (which is aligned to column B of the SCoPEd framework) during the SCoPEd transition period, if you meet the eligibility criteria and feel ready to do so. Transition period applications will close on Friday 30 January 2026. If you choose to apply during the transition period, we’d encourage you to apply well ahead of the closing date. Visit our accreditation webpages to find out more. 

Looking ahead

We’ll be holding an online event on Thursday 28 August, to introduce the accreditation routes that will be available from February 2026, and to answer any member questions. Find out more or book your place.  

If you have any questions, visit our SCoPEd FAQ page or contact customer services.