Are you a children’s wellbeing practitioner or educational mental health practitioner?

The change to mandatory registration represents a significant step forward in public protection and professional recognition of vital job roles, such as yours, within the wider psychological professions.

Did you know you can register with the BPS?

We, at The British Psychological Society, have been working closely with NHS England to prepare for the changes and are delighted that NHS England recognises our registers as evidence of your professional competency.  

Our public register is an important step in protecting the public and employers and provides assurance that EMHP's and CWP's have met the required standards and are practicing safely.

View the register.

How can BPS registration benefit you?

By registering with the BPS, you will enjoy a range of professional benefits.

Since its founding in 1901, we have been the UK's voice and home of psychology, and connecting with us means you will join a broad and vibrant community comprising over 65,000 psychological professionals.

Your inclusion on the relevant professional register will not only meet the mandatory requirements for working in or alongside the NHS but will also signal to your employers the high ethical and professional standard that the BPS is known for.

Further to this, by joining the BPS, you will gain access to a vast network of professionals and opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and knowledge sharing.

• Be part of the UK's largest professional psychology body.
• Evidence your commitment to your role and development beyond mandatory minimums.
• Gain access to a vast network of professional networks and groups.
• Enjoy discounts on a range of conferences, CPD resources and webinars.
• Use of the title AMBPsS.

What is the cost?

How do I join the register?

To check your eligibility to the BPS register, simply visit our website and click my registration.

This will take you to your job role where you can select the relevant tab and find the specific training, practice, and supervision requirements.

You will also need to be a member of the BPS in order to be eligible to qualify for the register. Most children's wellbeing practitioners and educational mental health practitioners join us on an associate membership. This membership will grant you the use of the title AMBPsS after your name.

You can submit your application online, and we have a team waiting to process your application.

Our streamlined application process offers a fast and easy journey, to ensure that you can get registered quickly and provide the necessary evidence to your employer ahead of the deadline.

Once you have joined the BPS register, you have met the mandatory requirements for eligibility to practise and can provide this information to your employer.

Become registered.

Please note, whether you are a trainee Children's Wellbeing Practitioner, a trainee Educational Mental Health Practitioner or are qualified and working in the sector these changes will affect you and your career opportunities.

If you are uncertain about the steps you should take or have any questions, please email us at info@bps.org.uk.