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National Certified Counselor



The National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. (NBCC) administers a rigorous, examination-based, professional certification program titled as the NBCC National Certified Counselor (NCC) Program. Professional counselors who wish to be granted the NCC credential must show that they have completed specific educational and training requirements and demonstrate an ongoing professional commitment to the field of counseling by satisfying the other requirements of this Program. Once certified, you will need to meet ongoing requirements in order to maintain and recertify your NCC.





NCC Eligibility Requirements:

You must meet the following requirements in order to obtain certification as an NCC. After reviewing the requirements and the National Certified Counselor™ (NCC®) Certification Eligibility Policy, you can click the button to begin your application.

Application Fees for Certification:

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Without Exam Registration

Exam Registration Included

NCC $250 $375
CCMHC $250 $375
NCSC $250 N/A


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