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| Boilerpipe Text | National Certification
National certification sets essential standards for safe and effective counseling practice. Educational
eligibility, supervised professional experience, adherence to the code of ethics, and
successful completion of the professional examination are hallmarks of counselor certification. Learn
more about the credential and certification programs offered by NBCC.
Over 71,000 National Certified Counselors
serving communities across the globe.
We're proudly based in Greensboro, where our team works both in-office and remotely to provide consistent,
high-quality service. Whether you're nearby or across the country, our digital tools ensure we're just a click away.
40
Countries
150
Employees
43
Years
State Licensure
Professional counseling is regulated for practice at the state and jurisdictional level. CCE administers
examinations for state licensure for counseling and provides services to increase the efficiency and
ease of the licensure application and renewal. Access the state licensure board directory to find
applicable contact information, available licenses, and required examinations in the state where you are seeking licensure.
Subject Matter Experts
NBCC examinations are developed by counselors for counselors.
As an experienced counselor, you can be a part of that process
by serving as a subject matter expert.
Contact NBCC
Whether you have questions about certification, continuing education,
credentialing, recertification, or any of our programs, the NBCC team is
ready to assist you. Reach out and let us know how we can support you.
Liability Insurance
We've partnered with CM&F Group to offer counselors,
supervisors, and students discounts on high quality,
occurrence-based professional liability insurance.
This partnership ensures that counselors are adequately
protected so that they can focus on what matters;
continuing to serve the public and advance mental health efforts across the globe.
Get Engaged
As a professional, your leadership and engagement helps to ensure that the counseling profession
is prepared to reach the clients and communities that need it. Opportunities to
leverage your expertise and experience for maximum positive impact are waiting for you!
Policy, Advocacy, & Research in Counseling (PARC) Center
Counselors, Counselor Educators, and Researchers are critical leaders of research and scholarship
to help advance informed, meaningful policy and advocacy efforts. PARC is the center
that brings these leaders together. Learn more and get involved in research and advocacy efforts today!
Government Affairs
We support counselors at local, state, and federal levels of government
Our Current Priorities:
Expanding VA employment for counselors
Including counselors in Medicare program
Boosting counselor roles in Military Health Systems
Creating a Federal Occupational Series for counselors
Funding workforce programs like Minority Fellowship Program
Gaining recognition from the Indian Health Service
Learn more
Get Involved
Join our grassroots network to help support counseling legislation.
Email your name and NCC number to
govtaffairs@nbcc.org
.
NBCC’s grassroots network consists of NCCs who care about important issues and are motivated to
get involved by contacting their legislators to help pass measures that support the profession.
Vision
Advancing global health equity through counselor certification.
Mission
NBCC advances counseling and equitable access to mental health services
worldwide through certification, assessment, advocacy, and capacity-building.
The information provided by the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. (NBCC)
on the nbcc.org website (site) is for general information purposes only. NBCC makes significant
efforts to maintain current and accurate information on this site. We are not responsible
for any information concerning NBCC or our programs, services, or activities that is published
or displayed on any third-party website(s). These websites are maintained by third parties
over which we exercise no control, and for which we have no responsibility. Individuals
should verify any information obtained from third-party sources by referring to our official
site or contacting our customer service team directly.
Copyright © 2026 National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. and Affiliates | All rights reserved. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Markdown | Certification
Examinations
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About NBCC
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Certification
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/certification)
***
[NCC](https://nbcc.org/certification/ncc)
[NCSC](https://nbcc.org/certification/ncsc)
[CCMHC](https://nbcc.org/certification/ccmhc)
[MAC](https://nbcc.org/certification/mac)
[Specialty Certifications](https://nbcc.org/certification/specialtycertifications)
[Schedule](https://nbcc.org/certification/schedule)
Examinations
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/examinations)
***
[Exam Development](https://nbcc.org/examinations/examdevelopment)
[NCE](https://nbcc.org/examinations/nce)
[NCMHCE](https://nbcc.org/examinations/ncmhce)
[Exam Administration](https://nbcc.org/examinations/examadministration)
[Accommodations](https://nbcc.org/examinations/accommodations)
[Exam Security](https://nbcc.org/examinations/examinationsecurity)
[Exam Preparation](https://nbcc.org/examinations/exampreparation)
[DSM-5-TR Overview](https://nbcc.org/examinations/dsm5troverview)
[SME](https://nbcc.org/examinations/subjectmatterexperts)
[ESBR](https://nbcc.org/examinations/examsensitivtyandbias)
[Score Report](https://nbcc.org/examinations/scorereport)
[Scam Alert](https://nbcc.org/examinations/scamalert)
Licensure
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/licensure)
***
[Exam Registration](https://nbcc.org/licensure/examregistration)
[Military Health Systems](https://nbcc.org/licensure/militaryhealthsystems)
Government Affairs
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs)
***
[Federal Resources](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/federalresources)
[Federal Employment](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/federalemployment)
[Federal Funding](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/federalfunding)
[Indian Health Service](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/indianhealthservice)
[Legislative Policy Map](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/legislativepolicymap)
[Medicare](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/medicare)
[Military Health Systems](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/militaryhealthsystems)
[TRICARE](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/tricare)
[PARC](https://parc.nbcc.org/)
Grassroots
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/grassroots)
***
[Action Center](https://www.votervoice.net/NBCCGrassroots/Home)
[Newsroom](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/grassroots/newsroom)
[Advocacy](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/grassroots/advocacy)
[Minority Fellowship Program](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/grassroots/minorityfellowshipprogram)
[Become An Advocacy Leader](https://nbcc.informz.net/NBCC/pages/ga_counselor_advocacy_network_form_nbcc)
[Communication Guide](https://nbcc.org/assets/NBCC_GuideToAdvocacyCommunication.pdf)
Portability
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/portability)
***
[Counseling Compact](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/portability/counselingcompact)
[Portability \| FAQ](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/portability/portabilityfaq)
[Veterans Affairs](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/veteransaffairs)
Resources
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/resources)
***
Counselor Resources
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources)
***
[Benefits of Being an NCC](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/benefitsofnationalcertification)
[Earn Continuing Education](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/earncontinuingeducation)
[Certification Management](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/certificationmanagement)
[Credentialing Gateway](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/credentialinggateway)
[Awards](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/awards)
[Marketing Yourself](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/marketingyourself)
[Therapy Directory](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/therapydirectory)
[Digital Badges](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/digitalbadges)
[NBCC News](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/nbccnews)
[NCCs \| FAQ](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/nccsfaq)
[NBCC Events](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/nbccevents)
[The Professional Counselor](https://tpcjournal.nbcc.org/)
[Liability Insurance](https://www.cmfgroup.com/about-cm-f/cmf-partners/nbcc-member-malpractice-insurance-benefits)
[CCE Academy](https://academy.cce-global.org/)
[CE Credit Verification](https://nbcc.org/assets/ceprovider/ce_credit_verification_form.pdf)
Applicant Resources
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/resources/applicantresources)
***
[Applicants \| FAQ](https://nbcc.org/resources/applicantresources/applicantfaq)
[Student Info](https://nbcc.org/resources/applicantresources/studentinformation)
[Students \| FAQ](https://nbcc.org/resources/applicantresources/studentfaq)
[Faculty Info](https://nbcc.org/resources/applicantresources/facultyinformation)
[Faculty \| FAQ](https://nbcc.org/resources/applicantresources/facultyfaq)
[CACREP](https://nbcc.org/resources/applicantresources/cacrep)
Public Resources
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/resources/publicresources)
***
[Community Resources](https://nbcc.org/resources/publicresources/resourcesforcommunities)
[Employer Resources](https://nbcc.org/resources/publicresources/resourcesforemployers)
CE Provider Resources
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/resources/ceproviderresources)
***
[ACEP Quarterly](https://nbcc.org/resources/ceproviderresources/acepquarterly)
[ACEP](https://nbcc.org/resources/ceproviderresources/approvedceproviders)
[CE Single Program](https://nbcc.org/resources/ceproviderresources/cesingleprogram)
[CE Provider Applicants](https://nbcc.org/resources/ceproviderresources/ceproviderapplicants)
[CE Provider Toolbox](https://nbcc.org/resources/ceproviderresources/ceprovidertoolbox)
[CE Applications](https://nbcc.org/resources/ceproviderresources/ceapplications)
[CE Advertisements](https://nbcc.org/resources/ceproviderresources/ceadvertisements)
[CE Provider Policy](https://nbcc.org/assets/ceprovider/nbcc_continuing_education_provider_policy.pdf)
[CE Calendar of Events](https://nbcc.org/assets/ceprovider/Calendar_Of_Events.pdf)
Search Directories
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/resources/searchdirectories)
***
[State Board](https://nbcc.org/resources/searchdirectories/stateboard)
[Counselor Find](https://nbcc.org/resources/searchdirectories/counselorfind)
[Counselor Verify](https://nbcc.org/resources/searchdirectories/counselorverify)
[ACEP](https://nbcc.org/resources/searchdirectories/acep)
Ethics
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/resources/ethics)
***
[Ethics \| FAQ](https://nbcc.org/resources/ethics/ethicsfaq)
[Policy Library](https://nbcc.org/resources/policylibrary)
About NBCC
[Overview](https://nbcc.org/about)
***
[Board of Directors](https://nbcc.org/about/boardofdirectors)
[Selected Staff](https://nbcc.org/about/staffmembers)
[Careers](https://nbcc.org/about/careers)
[Employee Benefits](https://nbcc.org/about/benefits)
[Awards](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/awards)
[Contact NBCC](https://nbcc.org/about/contact)
[](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/awards)
#### National Certification
***
National certification sets essential standards for safe and effective counseling practice. Educational eligibility, supervised professional experience, adherence to the code of ethics, and successful completion of the professional examination are hallmarks of counselor certification. Learn more about the credential and certification programs offered by NBCC.
[Apply Now](https://nbcc.org/resources/applicantresources)
#### Over 71,000 National Certified Counselors serving communities across the globe.
***
We're proudly based in Greensboro, where our team works both in-office and remotely to provide consistent, high-quality service. Whether you're nearby or across the country, our digital tools ensure we're just a click away.
#### 40
###### Countries
#### 150
###### Employees
#### 43
###### Years
#### State Licensure
***
Professional counseling is regulated for practice at the state and jurisdictional level. CCE administers examinations for state licensure for counseling and provides services to increase the efficiency and ease of the licensure application and renewal. Access the state licensure board directory to find applicable contact information, available licenses, and required examinations in the state where you are seeking licensure.
[See Directory](https://nbcc.org/resources/searchdirectories/stateboard)
#### Subject Matter Experts
***
NBCC examinations are developed by counselors for counselors. As an experienced counselor, you can be a part of that process by serving as a subject matter expert.
[Become an SME](https://nbcc.org/examinations/subjectmatterexperts)
#### Contact NBCC
***
Whether you have questions about certification, continuing education, credentialing, recertification, or any of our programs, the NBCC team is ready to assist you. Reach out and let us know how we can support you.
[Reach Out](https://nbcc.org/about/contact)
#### Liability Insurance
***
We've partnered with CM\&F Group to offer counselors, supervisors, and students discounts on high quality, occurrence-based professional liability insurance. This partnership ensures that counselors are adequately protected so that they can focus on what matters; continuing to serve the public and advance mental health efforts across the globe.
[Get Covered](https://www.cmfgroup.com/about-cm-f/cmf-partners/nbcc-member-malpractice-insurance-benefits)
#### Get Engaged
***
As a professional, your leadership and engagement helps to ensure that the counseling profession is prepared to reach the clients and communities that need it. Opportunities to leverage your expertise and experience for maximum positive impact are waiting for you\!
[Check it out](https://www.nbccf.org/beinvolved)
#### Policy, Advocacy, & Research in Counseling (PARC) Center
***
Counselors, Counselor Educators, and Researchers are critical leaders of research and scholarship to help advance informed, meaningful policy and advocacy efforts. PARC is the center that brings these leaders together. Learn more and get involved in research and advocacy efforts today\!
[Explore PARC](https://parc.nbcc.org/)
###### Government Affairs
##### We support counselors at local, state, and federal levels of government
Our Current Priorities:
Expanding VA employment for counselors
Including counselors in Medicare program
Boosting counselor roles in Military Health Systems
Creating a Federal Occupational Series for counselors
Funding workforce programs like Minority Fellowship Program
Gaining recognition from the Indian Health Service
[Learn more](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs)
Get Involved
Join our grassroots network to help support counseling legislation. Email your name and NCC number to [govtaffairs@nbcc.org](mailto:govtaffairs@nbcc.org).
NBCC’s grassroots network consists of NCCs who care about important issues and are motivated to get involved by contacting their legislators to help pass measures that support the profession.
[Join Grassroots](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs/grassroots)
### Vision
***
###### Advancing global health equity through counselor certification.
### Mission
***
###### NBCC advances counseling and equitable access to mental health services worldwide through certification, assessment, advocacy, and capacity-building.
[ CCE](https://www.cce-global.org/)
[ NBCCF](https://www.nbccf.org/)
[ EBCC](https://www.europeanbcc.eu/)
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The information provided by the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. (NBCC) on the nbcc.org website (site) is for general information purposes only. NBCC makes significant efforts to maintain current and accurate information on this site. We are not responsible for any information concerning NBCC or our programs, services, or activities that is published or displayed on any third-party website(s). These websites are maintained by third parties over which we exercise no control, and for which we have no responsibility. Individuals should verify any information obtained from third-party sources by referring to our official site or contacting our customer service team directly.
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| Readable Markdown | [](https://nbcc.org/resources/counselorresources/awards)
#### National Certification
***
National certification sets essential standards for safe and effective counseling practice. Educational eligibility, supervised professional experience, adherence to the code of ethics, and successful completion of the professional examination are hallmarks of counselor certification. Learn more about the credential and certification programs offered by NBCC.
#### Over 71,000 National Certified Counselors serving communities across the globe.
***
We're proudly based in Greensboro, where our team works both in-office and remotely to provide consistent, high-quality service. Whether you're nearby or across the country, our digital tools ensure we're just a click away.
40Countries
150Employees
43Years
#### State Licensure
***
Professional counseling is regulated for practice at the state and jurisdictional level. CCE administers examinations for state licensure for counseling and provides services to increase the efficiency and ease of the licensure application and renewal. Access the state licensure board directory to find applicable contact information, available licenses, and required examinations in the state where you are seeking licensure.
#### Subject Matter Experts
***
NBCC examinations are developed by counselors for counselors. As an experienced counselor, you can be a part of that process by serving as a subject matter expert.
#### Contact NBCC
***
Whether you have questions about certification, continuing education, credentialing, recertification, or any of our programs, the NBCC team is ready to assist you. Reach out and let us know how we can support you.
#### Liability Insurance
***
We've partnered with CM\&F Group to offer counselors, supervisors, and students discounts on high quality, occurrence-based professional liability insurance. This partnership ensures that counselors are adequately protected so that they can focus on what matters; continuing to serve the public and advance mental health efforts across the globe.
#### Get Engaged
***
As a professional, your leadership and engagement helps to ensure that the counseling profession is prepared to reach the clients and communities that need it. Opportunities to leverage your expertise and experience for maximum positive impact are waiting for you\!
#### Policy, Advocacy, & Research in Counseling (PARC) Center
***
Counselors, Counselor Educators, and Researchers are critical leaders of research and scholarship to help advance informed, meaningful policy and advocacy efforts. PARC is the center that brings these leaders together. Learn more and get involved in research and advocacy efforts today\!
###### Government Affairs
##### We support counselors at local, state, and federal levels of government
Our Current Priorities:
Expanding VA employment for counselors
Including counselors in Medicare program
Boosting counselor roles in Military Health Systems
Creating a Federal Occupational Series for counselors
Funding workforce programs like Minority Fellowship Program
Gaining recognition from the Indian Health Service
[Learn more](https://nbcc.org/governmentaffairs)
Get Involved
Join our grassroots network to help support counseling legislation. Email your name and NCC number to [govtaffairs@nbcc.org](mailto:govtaffairs@nbcc.org).
NBCC’s grassroots network consists of NCCs who care about important issues and are motivated to get involved by contacting their legislators to help pass measures that support the profession.
VisionAdvancing global health equity through counselor certification.
MissionNBCC advances counseling and equitable access to mental health services worldwide through certification, assessment, advocacy, and capacity-building.
The information provided by the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. (NBCC) on the nbcc.org website (site) is for general information purposes only. NBCC makes significant efforts to maintain current and accurate information on this site. We are not responsible for any information concerning NBCC or our programs, services, or activities that is published or displayed on any third-party website(s). These websites are maintained by third parties over which we exercise no control, and for which we have no responsibility. Individuals should verify any information obtained from third-party sources by referring to our official site or contacting our customer service team directly.
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