Education

Specialist Certificate in Stem Cell Transplantation Science  

The Specialist Certificate in Stem Cell Transplantation Science is strictly for BBTS Members only.
You MUST complete the online membership form (if not already an active member) and make payment prior to submitting an application for the Specialist Certificate.   Applications submitted without membership fee payment will not be reviewed.
Please note: Please apply for membership in good time before submitting your programme application.  It usually takes 2 to 3 working days to process membership applications, but during course enrolments it takes longer due to the higher number of applications.

This course is for healthcare scientist staff working within stem cell laboratories or those who have an interest in stem cell or bone marrow transplantation and who have *access to a stem cell laboratory.                                           *requirement for eligibility

It is a self-study distance-learning course whereby students progress through the text book, supplementing their knowledge with the many references provided across a 12 month period. Questions are provided at the end of each topic for self-assessment purposes.  Final assessment is via online examination.

Please note: this is a textbook-based course only, there are no additional online resources.

Enrolment currently CLOSED

The enrolment period runs from 3rd Sept - 14th Oct 2025 for the Nov 2025-26 cohort.
Applications received before or after this period will not be considered. Scroll down for the application form.

Full cost: £327
(Full payment will be requested once application is approved)

Course Start: Nov each year
(study books issued and course starts once payment is received)

Course end (final online closed-book exam): Typically 2nd weekend in Nov each year

Current 2024-25 cohort exam dates are 8th/9th November 2025. 
Details will be issued via email 4 -6 weeks in advance of the exam date.

Final examination consists of:

NOTICE: Please be advised that this is a closed book exam.

Please be aware that candidates should have completed approximately 400 hours of study by time of examination.

What can I expect to learn?

Programme Terms & Conditions

Please read the T & Cs carefully before applying.

SCTS Terms & Conditions 2024-25

Topics covered within curriculum
SCTS curriculum

To add your name to our mailing list for reminder notifications for enrolment, please contact Connor Cousins  

Application Forms


Please note - New/joining  members: Due to the higher than usual number of new BBTS membership applications during enrolment periods, it may take longer for your membership number to be confirmed.  Please do not worry - this will not affect your application for the course – You must apply for membership prior to applying for the course - where a membership number is requested,  either add your number (if known) or 'pending receipt' if not yet received by the time you wish to submit your course application.  Confirmation checks will take place during review of applications.

The application forms for 2025-26 will be placed below and will be available during the next enrolment period.



Please download the relevant form, when available, complete and return it to Connor Cousins while the next enrolment period is open. Applications received outside of enrolment cannot be accepted.

Overseas Applicants

Where English is an additional language, please provide evidence of English language proficiency*  with your application. Accepted qualifications:

  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic or General).
    • Minimum Score: 7.0 with no element below 6.5

      Or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT)
    • Minimum score: 100/120
  • Occupational English Test (OET)

TOEFL test scores undertaken in the United Kingdom are not accepted* The test certificate supplied must be less than 2 years old.