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Why choose AATBS for your Counseling Exam Prep?
Our Instructors are Top-Rated
Instructors are seasoned professionals with real-world experience, who are rated 9.5 out of 10 by our students. Real-time learning in an online environment.
More Than Practice
Practice questions are great, but they are only one element of comprehensive study. Take advantage of our interactive approach to studying, and take your prep to the next level.
Pass Guaranteed
If you take the exam and fail, or need more time, let us know and we will extend your access to give you more time to prepare. We've got you covered.
NCE Exam Prep
NBCC National Counselor Exam
Quick Facts:
First Time Pass Rate
83%
Retake Wait Period
30 days
Passing Score
75%
Our comprehensive NCE Exam Prep Packages are meticulously designed to assist candidates in mastering the National Counselor Examination (NCE) with confidence. These packages cover a wide range of topics, including professional practice and ethics, intake, assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, counseling skills, and core counseling attributes, ensuring you are well-prepared for every aspect of the exam. Our practice questions are regularly updated and thoughtfully crafted to mirror real-world counseling scenarios, reflecting the challenges you will encounter both in your professional practice and on the test. Our materials are aligned with the NCE’s 200-question multiple-choice format, including the three-option questions that constitute 35% of the exam, ensuring you are equipped with the most relevant and up-to-date preparation materials available.
NCMHCE Exam Prep
NBCC National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Exam
Quick Facts:
First Time Pass Rate
71%
Retake Wait Period
90 days
Passing Score
70-75%
Our comprehensive NCMHCE Exam Prep Packages are designed to help counselors succeed on the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) with confidence. Covering core content areas like intake, assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, counseling skills, and professional practice, our practice simulations reflect the real-world clinical scenarios you'll encounter in mental health counseling practice. Our practice simulations are regularly updated and thoughtfully crafted to mirror real-world clinical situations, reflecting the challenges you will encounter on the test. Our materials are aligned with the NCMHCE’s clinical simulation format, ensuring you are equipped with the most relevant and up-to-date preparation materials available for the 10 clinical simulations required to pass.
Master the Counseling Exam with AATBS: Your Path to Counseling Success
Preparing for the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) exam—whether the National Counselor Exam (NCE), or the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Exam (NCMHCE)—is a pivotal step in your counseling career. Success requires a strategic study plan, high-quality resources, and expert guidance. That’s where the Association for Advanced Training in the Behavioral Sciences (AATBS) excels, offering tailored preparation packages designed to meet the unique needs of every candidate.
Understanding the National Certified Counselor (NCC) Exams
The NBCC administers licensing exams with two exam options for certification: The National Counselor Exam (NCE) and the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Exam (NCMHCE) which satisfies the requirement for the Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC) specialty certification. These exams assess the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities required to provide effective counseling services. The NCE exam consists of 200 multiple-choice questions while the NCMHCE exam is designed around 11 case studies, each consisting of approximately 9-15 multiple-choice questions.
Exam Content and Structure
- Professional Practice and Ethics
- Intake, Assessment, and Diagnosis
- Areas of Clinical Focus
- Treatment Planning
- Counseling Skills and Interventions
- Core Counseling Attributes
Each of these domains is broken down into key knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) necessary for effective counseling practice as outlined by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC).
Passing Scores and Exam Performance
The passing score for the NCE and NCMHCE varies depending on the exam version. For the NCE, candidates typically need to correctly answer approximately 60-70% of the 200 questions (160 scored). For the NCMHCE, passing requires achieving a minimum score on 10 clinical simulations, with total points varying by version.
First-Time Test Taker Pass Rates (2023 NBCC stats):
- NCE Exam: ~84%
- NCMHCE Exam: ~71%
These statistics underscore the importance of thorough preparation to maximize your chances of passing the NCE or NCMHCE.
Optimized Study Strategies for Exam Success
- Utilizing diverse study resources, including official NBCC materials, practice tests, and AATBS’s expert-reviewed study guides.
- Joining study groups to reinforce key counseling concepts through discussion.
- Managing study time effectively, ensuring balanced coverage of all NCE and NCMHCE content areas.
- Practicing exam pacing to master time management, especially for the NCMHCE’s clinical simulations.
Comprehensive AATBS Study Packages for the NCE and NCMHCE exams
Live Online Instruction Package
- ✔ 20 hours of live online instruction spread over multiple sessions.
- ✔ Unlimited Access - Attend as many live sessions as you'd like for the duration of your package.
- ✔ Four live coaching sessions for personalized guidance.
- ✔ Two comprehensive study volumes covering all exam domains.
- ✔ 150+ flashcards for key concept reinforcement.
- ✔ TestMASTER: Online practice test platform with simulated exams.
- ✔ Quick Study Guide for last-minute review.
- ✔ DSM-5-TR Summary for mental health diagnostics.
- ✔ Readiness Assessment Test to evaluate preparedness.
Self-Study Package
- ✔ Comprehensive study volumes and flashcards
- ✔ TestMASTER access for extensive practice.
- ✔ Quick Study Guide & DSM-5-TR Summary
- ✔ Study on your own schedule with flexible resources.
What Sets AATBS Apart?
Expert-Led Live Online Instruction
Benefit from 20 hours of live, interactive instruction led by seasoned counseling professionals. Engage in real-time discussions tailored to the NCE and NCMHCE content and get answers to your questions.
Personalized Coaching
Our live instruction packages include four one-on-one coaching sessions tailored to your strengths and improvement areas. Get customized strategies and motivation from experienced instructors.
Comprehensive & Up-to-Date Study Materials
AATBS materials are regularly updated to align with the latest counseling exam content. With over 900 flashcards, Quick Study Guides, and DSM-5-TR Summaries, you have a variety of learning tools to suit different study preferences.
TestMASTER: Advanced Practice Test Platform
Simulating the real exam experience is critical for success. Our TestMASTER platform offers multiple full-length practice exams, helping you build confidence and master test-taking strategies.
Achieve NCE or NCMHCE Exam Success with AATBS
Passing the National Counselor Exam or the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Exam requires dedication, preparation, and the right study tools. With AATBS, you’ll gain access to industry-leading resources, expert guidance, and a proven system to help you succeed.
Start your journey to counselor certification today with AATBS’s trusted NCE and NCMHCE exam prep solutions.