Links and resources for counselor exam preparation selected by Dr. Andrew Helwig

National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)

www.nbcc.org
Information about the National Counselor Examination (NCE) and National Counselor Certification.

www.nbcc.org/examinations
16 sample exam questions similar to the National Counselor Examination (NCE).

www.nbcc.org/stateboardmap
State licensure board contact information, what exam(s) are used for licensure in that state, etc.

www.nbcc.org/extras/pdfs/nbcc_orderform.pdf
Site to buy the NCE Prep Guide which has information about the NCE and 134 practice questions ($24.95).

www.cce-global.org/cpce (Center for Credentialing & Education – part of NBCC)
The Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination (CPCE) is used by over 230 universities and colleges. This exam covers the same eight content areas as the NCE.

American Counseling Association (ACA)

www.counseling.org
Source of information about the profession of counseling and the American Counseling Association.

www.counseling.org/counselors/LicensureAndCert.aspx
Contact information for all states' counseling licensure boards.

www.counseling.org/Resources/CodeOfEthics/TP/Home/CT2.aspx
Copy of the 2005 ACA Code of Ethics.

American Association of State Counseling Boards (AASCB)

www.aascb.org
Licensure/Portability/National Credentials Registry. You can open a credential file record within the AASCB National Credential Registry. This is especially useful when moving from state to state and seeking licensure in the new state.

Resources for Exam Preparation

www.counselingexam.com
This site includes exam questions to practice on (for purchase). Information on other resources is provided as well as feedback from former test takers, etc.

Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Program (CACREP)

www.cacrep.org
This site presents current and anticipated standards for counselor training programs, Directory of Accredited Programs around the country, etc.