Welcome to the CACBT Student Section

Welcome to the student section of the Canadian Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies (CACBT)! We are excited to have you join a growing community of students and early-career professionals who are passionate about cognitive and behavioural therapies and committed to advancing CBT across Canada.

Whether you are just beginning your training, completing a graduate degree, gaining clinical experience, conducting research, or preparing to enter the field, the CACBT Student Section is here to help you navigate your journey in CBT. Our goal is to provide opportunities for students to connect, learn, collaborate, and grow as emerging CBT professionals.

What You'll Find on This Page

Student & Early-Career Webinars
Explore upcoming and past webinars designed specifically for students and early-career professionals. These sessions provide opportunities to learn from experienced clinicians, researchers, and other professionals working in CBT.

CACBT Student Membership
Learn more about CACBT Student membership, including the benefits of becoming a student member and how membership can help you connect with the broader CBT community across Canada.

Pathways to Certification & Student Resources
Find information to help you navigate training and professional development in CBT, including pathways toward CACBT certification and resources specifically designed to support students throughout their training.

FAQs
Have questions about CACBT, student membership, certification, training, or getting involved? Check out our frequently asked questions for answers to some of the most common questions from students and trainees.

Student Research Spotlight
Discover the exciting CBT research being conducted by students across Canada. The Student Research Spotlight provides an opportunity to highlight student research and showcase the diverse work contributing to the advancement of CBT.

Get Involved!

The CACBT Student Section is more than a collection of resources—it's a community. We encourage you to explore the page, take advantage of the opportunities available to you, and connect with fellow students and professionals in the field.

Whether you're looking for your next learning opportunity, exploring a career in CBT, navigating certification, or simply hoping to connect with others who share your interests, we're glad you're here!

Welcome to the CACBT student community. We look forward to learning and growing with you!

Become a CACBT Student Member

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Become a CACBT Student Member ✳︎

Meet our 2026/27 Student Committee

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CACBT Membership

Student Member

$70 + tax / year
Join as a Student Member
Membership Details

Student Membership is open to individuals enrolled in a post-secondary program of study related to mental health (e.g., counselling, medicine, nursing, psychiatry, psychology, social work, occupational therapy) as well as recent graduates actively pursuing graduate-level training in a related discipline (e.g., during a gap year).

CACBT Membership

Membership & Renewal Information

Important dates, renewal fees, and membership guidelines for CACBT Student Members.

Membership Year

The CACBT membership year runs from January 1 to December 31 of each year, regardless of whether those dates fall on weekends or holidays.

Renewals must be completed by December 31 at 11:59 p.m. ET to avoid late/administrative fees.
Late / Administration Fee
Student Membership
$12.50 + tax in addition to the Student Membership fee
New Membership Guidelines
  • New members are welcome to join at any time.
  • The CACBT membership period runs from January 1 to December 31.
  • Members may set their account to auto-renew or renew manually through the Member Portal each year.
  • A renewal reminder will appear in the Member Portal beginning in November.
Learning & Professional Development

Webinars for Students &
Early Career Professionals

CACBT continually organizes and hosts webinars designed for students and early career professionals. Check back regularly so you don’t miss upcoming training, learning, and professional development opportunities.

Upcoming Webinars

Webinars will be added soon.

Professional Growth & Support

Pathways to Certification &
Student Resources

We are developing new resources to help students and early career professionals learn more about pathways toward CACBT certification and access relevant tools, guidance, and professional development resources.

Coming Soon

Stay tuned for some exciting updates.

Student Conference Awards

Each year, CACBT presents two student research awards at the Annual Conference, with one recipient selected in each category. Student Members who submit a poster abstract may indicate on their poster submission application if they wish to be considered.

Each award recipient receives a certificate and a $300 cash prize, with recipients announced during the Annual Conference following poster judging.

Jack Rachman Award for Foundational Research

This award recognizes outstanding student work that advances the theoretical, conceptual, or methodological foundations of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. Submissions should demonstrate innovation in the understanding of human behaviour, theory development, or research methods with the potential to contribute to future scholarship.

Keith Dobson Award for Applied Research

This award recognizes exceptional student research that directly addresses clinical or community needs. Submissions should demonstrate how research findings can be translated into practice, policy, or interventions that improve outcomes for individuals, families, or communities.

Student Travel Grants

CACBT Student Members who are first authors on an accepted conference poster may also be eligible to apply for a Student Travel Grant to help offset conference-related travel expenses. Students wishing to be considered for a travel grant must indicate this on the applicable submission form.

Four Student Travel Grants are available annually, with two grants reserved for students who self-identify as Indigenous or as members of other racialized communities.

Each grant provides $300 in funding, issued in advance.

Travel Grant recipients are required to register for, attend, and present their poster at the CACBT Annual Conference. If a recipient is unable to meet these requirements, the grant funding must be returned.

Application deadlines and conference-specific submission details are announced annually.

Frequently Asked Questions

Student Research Spotlight

This section will feature monthly spotlights highlighting CBT-related student papers submitted by fellow students.