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Key Facts: SB-RPT Exam
150 hrs
Play Therapy Education
APT SB-RPT standards
1,200 hrs
Direct School-Based Hours
APT SB-RPT standards
600 hrs
Play Therapy in School
APT SB-RPT standards
50 hrs
RPT-S Supervision
APT SB-RPT standards
$175
Application Fee (2026)
APT credentialing
18 hrs/yr
Renewal CE
APT (6+ in play therapy)
SB-RPT candidates must hold an active state license/certificate as a school counselor or school psychologist, complete 150 hours of play therapy education, accumulate 1,200 direct school-based hours and 600 play therapy hours in a school setting over 2+ years post-licensure, and receive 50 hours of play therapy supervision from an RPT-S. The application is portfolio-based — there is no proctored exam — and APT charges a non-refundable $175 application fee plus $110 annual member dues (2026). Renewal requires 18 APT-approved CE hours annually, with at least 6 directly in play therapy content.
Sample SB-RPT Practice Questions
Try these sample questions to review concepts for the SB-RPT exam. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.
1Which credential does the SB-RPT specifically require a candidate to hold before applying?
2How many hours of APT-approved play therapy instruction are required for the SB-RPT?
3Who authored the eight basic principles that form the core of non-directive, child-centered play therapy?
4In a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), where does small-group play therapy for students with social-emotional concerns most commonly fit?
5Which federal law governs the privacy of student education records, including most school counseling notes?
6Which of the following is NOT one of the CASEL 5 core competencies of Social-Emotional Learning?
7Which professional framework guides the practice of school counselors in the United States?
8A student qualifies for special education services under IDEA based on which of the following criteria?
9Which acronym refers to the 'least restrictive environment' principle under IDEA?
10Which document articulates a plan of accommodations for a student with a disability who does NOT require specially designed instruction?
About the SB-RPT Exam
The SB-RPT is a specialty play therapy credential from the Association for Play Therapy (APT) for state-licensed or state-certified school counselors and school psychologists who integrate play therapy into K-12 practice. It recognizes advanced training in developmentally responsive, play-based mental health support delivered within an MTSS framework. Unlike the RPT, the SB-RPT is specifically designed for embedded school-based practitioners working within ASCA, NASP, IDEA, Section 504, and FERPA frameworks.
Exam sponsor: Association for Play Therapy (APT). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
Self-paced knowledge self-assessment
Passing Score
Portfolio-based (no proctored exam)
Reported exam pass rate: Not publicly disclosed. APT does not publish SB-RPT approval rates; application is portfolio-reviewed Exam sponsor website
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Play Therapy Foundations
Axline's 8 principles, CCPT (Landreth), Schaefer's 20 therapeutic powers, developmental and attachment theory
Theoretical Models Adapted for Schools
CCPT in schools (Blanco & Ray), Adlerian/Kottman, CBPT (Knell), CPRT, small-group play therapy
MTSS, SEL & ASCA/NASP Frameworks
Tier 1/2/3 supports, CASEL 5 competencies, ASCA National Model, NASP 2020 Professional Standards
Legal & Ethical Practice in Schools
IDEA/IEP/FAPE/LRE, Section 504, FERPA vs HIPAA, mandated reporting, Title IX, minor consent, ACA/ASCA/NASP/NASW ethics
Clinical Issues & Crisis Response
Anxiety, school refusal, selective mutism, ADHD, ODD/CD, depression, grief, trauma, bullying, suicide risk (C-SSRS/ASQ), PREPaRE, ACEs
Logistics, Consultation & Cultural Responsiveness
Cart-based play therapy, short-term (6-12 session) models, IEP teams, CPRT with parents, culturally responsive practice
Preparing for the SB-RPT Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Portfolio-based (no proctored exam)
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: Self-paced knowledge self-assessment
- Exam / certification fees: $175 application + $110 annual APT membership (2026) Official sources
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- Work through all 100 available questions
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SB-RPT: Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SB-RPT credential?
The School-Based Registered Play Therapist (SB-RPT) is a specialty credential from the Association for Play Therapy (APT) for state-licensed or state-certified school counselors and school psychologists who integrate play therapy into their K-12 school practice. It is not a proctored exam — credentialing is portfolio-based and reviewed by APT.
Who is eligible to apply for the SB-RPT?
Candidates must hold an active state license or State Department of Education certificate as a school counselor or school psychologist (and in many states this also includes credentialed school social workers practicing independently in schools), and must have at least 2 continuous years of post-licensure work in a school setting before applying.
How many play therapy education hours are required?
SB-RPT applicants must document 150 clock hours of play therapy instruction from APT-approved providers, covering play therapy history/theory, techniques, special topics, and play therapy applications in school settings.
How many practice and supervision hours are required?
Applicants need 1,200 hours of direct school-based clinical contact, at least 600 of which must be play therapy delivered within the school, accumulated across 2 or more school years post-licensure. In addition, candidates complete 50 hours of simultaneous play therapy supervision with a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S) across at least one full school year.
Is there a proctored SB-RPT exam?
No. APT credentialing is portfolio-based: candidates submit documentation of licensure, education, experience, and supervision. The 100-question bank on this page is a knowledge self-assessment designed to help school-based play therapists benchmark their foundational mastery before submitting an SB-RPT application.
What does the SB-RPT cost in 2026?
APT charges a $175 non-refundable application fee (2026 rate), which includes the initial 12-month credential activation. Candidates must also maintain APT Professional Membership at $110 per year. Annual CE coursework (minimum 18 hours/year, with at least 6 play therapy hours) is an additional ongoing cost.
How is the SB-RPT renewed?
SB-RPT credentials renew annually. APT requires 18 continuing education contact hours per year, of which at least 6 must be directly in play therapy content (the remaining 12 may be related mental health, school counseling, or child development). Active APT Professional Membership and an active state school-based license/certificate must be maintained.