NCMHCE (NBCC) - National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination
- Cost: $200
- Renews: Not required
COURSE FORMAT
About
The NCMHCE is a rigorous examination designed to assess knowledge, skills, and abilities essential in the practice of clinical mental health counseling. It is recognized by many states for licensure and is a requirement for counselors seeking to specialize in clinical mental health counseling.
Completion Time: 4 hours and 15 minutes
Eligibility and Certification Requirements
A Master’s or Doctoral degree in counseling or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Completion of coursework and clinical training as required by state licensure boards.
Supervised post-graduate clinical experience, the duration and specifics of which vary by state.
Course Format
Exam Format
The NCMHCE consists of 10 clinical mental health counseling cases. Each case is followed by a series of questions that test skills in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical intervention.
The exam assesses the ability to apply clinical knowledge in practical, real-world scenarios.
Certification
Certification Process
Complete the necessary graduate degree in counseling.
Gain supervised clinical experience as stipulated by state licensure requirements.
Apply to take the NCMHCE through the NBCC, which involves submitting an application and examination fee.
Register for and successfully pass the NCMHCE.
Renewal
The NCMHCE is not a certification that requires renewal. It is a licensure examination taken as part of the process to become a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) or a similar state-specific licensure.
Continuing Education
While the NCMHCE itself does not require continuing education, maintaining licensure as a clinical mental health counselor typically requires ongoing professional development and continuing education.
Other Resources
For specific information regarding the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination, including detailed application processes, examination content, and guidelines for licensure, it is recommended to consult directly with the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). The NBCC provides comprehensive resources, standards, and guidelines for the mental health counseling profession.
Career Opportunities
Passing the NCMHCE is a step toward obtaining state licensure as a clinical mental health counselor.
Licensed counselors work in various settings, including mental health clinics, private practices, hospitals, and community agencies, providing mental health counseling services.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I earn a NBCC National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) online?
Yes you can earn a National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) online.
What organization offers the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE)?
The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) offers the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE).
Do I need to renew my NBCC National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE)?
No you don't need to renew your NBCC National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE). The NCMHCE is a icensure examination taken as part of the process to become a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) or a similar state-specific licensure.
How many counseling cases are on the NBCC National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) exam?
The NBCC National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) exam consists of 10 clinical mental health counseling cases. Each case is followed by a series of questions that test skills in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical intervention.