Accredited progression course scheme: SCoPEd framework column B and C competences For courses aligned to SCoPEd framework column B and C competences.
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Approved progression qualification: SCoPEd framework column B competences Research Published 28 Apr 2025 Updated 23 Jul 2026 For awarding organisations who have designed a qualification that enables students to gain competences aligned to column B of the SCoPEd framework.
Accredited member to senior accredited member route 4: Dual membership transfer route For BACP accredited members who also hold current membership with ACC, BPC, NCPS or UKCP aligned to column C of the SCoPEd framework.
Registered membership to senior accredited membership route 2: recognition of prior learning (RPL) route 1 For registered members who have completed a BACP accredited core training course aligned to column B of the SCoPEd framework.
Accredited member to senior accredited member route 2: Level 7 qualification route For accredited members who have attained a Level 7 counselling and psychotherapy qualification that meets the eligibility criteria.
Approved progression qualification: SCoPEd framework column C competences For awarding organisations who have designed a qualification that enables students to gain competences aligned to column C of the SCoPEd framework.
Accredited progression course scheme: SCoPEd framework column C competences For courses aligned to SCoPEd framework column C competences.
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New accreditation routes to open Wednesday 11 February 2026 News Published 5 Dec 2025 New BACP accreditation routes opening February 2026 after SCoPEd transition period.