CBT-I Study Guide 2026
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CBT-I exam key facts
- The CBTI-C Examination consists of 120 scored multiple-choice questions. Source
- The passing score for the CBTI-C examination represents an absolute standard established using the modified Angoff technique. Source
- The application and examination fee for the CBTI-C examination is $445. Source
- The CBTI-C examination may be retaken as often as desired upon submission of a new application and payment of the full examination fee. Source
- The BBSM CBTI-C credential is valid for a period of 5 years. Source
📋 CBT-I Exam Format at a Glance
📚 CBT-I Topics to Study (24)
✍️ Sample CBT-I Questions & Answers
1. When a CBT-I client discloses that their insomnia is partly due to caring for a terminally ill spouse, the practitioner should:
Competent ethical practice involves recognizing comorbid psychosocial stressors and facilitating appropriate adjunct referrals while continuing evidence-based sleep treatment.
2. Which component of CBT-I is most challenging to implement in a group format?
Sleep restriction requires individually calculated sleep windows based on each patient's sleep diary data, making it more complex to manage simultaneously across 6-10 patients.
3. Regular aerobic exercise has been shown to improve insomnia by:
Exercise reduces anxiety, improves mood, and increases slow-wave sleep, all of which benefit insomnia patients.
4. EMG biofeedback in insomnia patients typically targets which muscle group(s)?
The frontalis (forehead) and trapezius (neck/shoulder) muscles are commonly monitored as proxies for overall body tension.
5. The Dysfunctional Beliefs and Attitudes about Sleep (DBAS) scale measures:
The DBAS assesses the specific cognitive distortions about sleep that CBT-I cognitive restructuring aims to modify.
6. Which action best reflects the ethical principle of fidelity in CBT-I practice?
Fidelity refers to trustworthiness and keeping promises, such as adhering to agreed-upon session schedules and treatment plans.
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