Examination Preparation
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Examination Study Guides
NBCC Foundation - NCE and NCMHCE
The NBCC Foundation’s Professional Resource Department develops and distributes examination study guides to help you become more familiar with the content areas and both general and specific types of questions that comprise the counseling examinations.
These study guides contain examination information, tips for studying and test-taking, and sample test items developed and reviewed by content experts. Sample test answer keys include explanations of each correct answer, enabling you to expand your knowledge even further and commit new concepts to memory.
NCE
Fully updated for the current examination.
Cost: $34.95 from our online store.
Contains 180 practice multiple-choice questions with full answer explanations.
Sample test items cover all six professional counseling domains and CACREP core standards.
Convenient and portable - 6 x 9" with a lay-flat coil binding.
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NCMHCE
Designed for the current format of the NCMHCE.
Cost: $34.95 from our online store.
Contains six practice case study examples with accompanying multiple-choice items.
Convenient and portable - 6 x 9" with a lay-flat coil binding.
NCE Practice Exam & Flash Card Study – Guaranteed to Pass or Money Back
Includes 800 questions with fully explained answers. Can be used with smartphones, tablets, and computers. Complements all other study materials. Pass or get your money back—guaranteed. Updated for 2026. Free, new question updates in real time.
Written by:
Diane Dean, MA, LPC, RN-BC – Diane is a licensed professional counselor and educator with over 20 years’ experience in health care. She has taught at many colleges and universities, including the University of Pittsburgh.
Stacy Fruhling, NCC, MAC, LCPC, LCADC – Stacy is an adjunct professor in psychology and counseling at Anne Arundel Community College and the Community College of Baltimore County.
Lisa Slade, MS, NCC, LPC – Lisa is an adjunct professor in psychology, counseling, sociology, and human services at Caldwell University in the Graduate School of Psychology, at the University of Bridgeport, and at Housatonic Community College.
What’s Included
Practice exams
Flash card study system
Exam review
50-state guide
Price
$49.95
Lifetime use. No renewal fees. No time limit. Free updates.
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NCMHCE Practice Exams & Flash Card Study – Guaranteed to Pass or Money Back
Includes 500 questions based on over 50 case studies, with fully explained answers. Can be used with smartphones, tablets, and computers. Complements all other study materials. Pass or get your money back—guaranteed. Updated for 2026. Free, new question updates in real time.
Written by:
Joanne Fortune, LMHC – An adjunct counseling professor at Mercy College who assists students in preparation for national certification.
Jenny Preffer-Davis, RN, NCC, ACS, LMHC – A professor in the Graduate Counseling Department at Grace College.
Tara Williams, LPC, MCAP – A community therapist with experience in education and substance abuse.
What’s Included
Practice exams
Flash card study system
Exam review
50-state guide
Price
$49.95
Lifetime use. No renewal fees. No time limit. Free updates.
Satisfaction guaranteed or money back
Get BOTH Formats Instantly
Online – instant test taking, scoring and review
eBook – with a print-like reading experience
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Three Ways to Prepare. One Goal: Pass the NCE With Confidence
Not all test takers study the same—so why should test prep be one-size-fits-all?
Our NCE Test Prep was intentionally designed with three distinct options, so you can choose the path that fits your lifestyle, your learning style, and your timeline.
The NCE Test Prep App is built for go-getters who are always on the move. Study anywhere with domain-specific quizzes, interactive videos, full-length examinations, gamified motivation, and built-in meditation to reduce test anxiety. You’ll also gain access to a supportive community of fellow test takers and an AI learning assistant that instantly provides deeper explanations when you need clarity fast.
The Self-Paced NCE Course is ideal for those who prefer structured learning. This option includes comprehensive video lessons, a guided study plan, practice examinations, test-taking strategies, and learning style–discovery tools to help you study smarter—not longer.
The Mock Exam 10-Pack is for test takers who want to master test-day behavior. These full-length examinations simulate the real NCE experience, so you can build endurance, pacing, and confidence before examination day.
Choose your path. Prepare with purpose. Walk into the NCE ready.
PASS the NCMHCE Online Exam Prep Course
Exam-Focused Content
PASS the NCMHCE covers everything you need for the NCMHCE, including exam tips, ethics, assessment and diagnosis, treatment planning, counseling skills, and theoretical approaches. The curriculum includes 11 chapters and 222 lessons with 300+ multiple-choice test questions, 70+ educational videos, video flash cards, 21 case studies, and 3 full-length practice exams.
Realistic Practice
Build confidence with 54 case studies designed to mirror the clinical decision-making required on the NCMHCE, including 21 standalone case studies and 3 full-length practice exams.
Flexible & Affordable
Study on your terms with a subscription-based model—pay only for what you need.
All Products
PASS the NCMHCE – $79.99/month
NCMHCE Practice Exams – $49.99/month
Bundle: PASS the NCMHCE + NCMHCE Practice Exams – $99.99/month
Digital Download: NCMHCE Quick Review Study Guide – $39.99
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Mometrix NCE Online Course, Study Guide, and Flashcards
Our products have helped thousands of students pass the NCE exam. Some of our successful customers let us know they appreciated our:
Current, updated information
Convenient, organized format
Full-length practice tests
Informative answer explanations
Useful study techniques
Affordable pricing
NCE Online Review Course
A study guide, flashcards, and other study tools bundled together in a digital format.
Online study lessons
1,650+ Practice questions
30+ Instructional videos
500+ Flashcards
Test-taking tips
NCE Study Guide
Everything you need to know for your test condensed into a single book.
Includes review videosOnline study lessons
Includes interactive practice tests1,650+ Practice questions
eBook version available
Fast free shipping on print version
NCE Flashcards
Complex material broken down into easily understandable concepts.
Full color cards
Comes in sturdy box
Includes practice test questions
Includes a guide for effective flashcard use
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Mometrix NCMHCE Online Course, Study Guide, and Flashcards
Our products have helped thousands of students pass the NCMHCE exam. Some of our successful customers let us know they appreciated our:
Current, updated information
Convenient, organized format
Full-length practice tests
Informative answer explanations
Useful study techniques
Affordable pricing
NCMHCE Online Review Course
A study guide, flashcards, and other study tools bundled together in a digital format.
Online study lessons
750+ Practice questions
30+ Instructional videos
500+ Flashcards
Test-taking tips
NCMHCE Study Guide
Everything you need to know for your test condensed into a single book.
Includes review videosOnline study lessons
Includes interactive practice tests1,650+ Practice questions
eBook version available
Fast free shipping on print version
NCMHCE Flashcards
Complex material broken down into easily understandable concepts.
Full color cards
Comes in sturdy box
Includes practice test questions
Includes a guide for effective flashcard use
Fast free shipping
Order directly from us and receive our No-Risk 100% Money-Back Guarantee.
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Email address: support@mometrix.com
Phone: 1-800-673-8175
Dr. Howard Rosenthal’s Exam Prep
How to make exam prep lively, easy to understand, and even enjoyable.
Did you know Rosenthal’s materials can be purchased or rented? Choose from Audible/audiobook/Spotify editions, paperback, or even e-book versions with special “text to speech” feature, in which AI reads the book to you.
Encyclopedia of Counseling, The Authentic Purple Book, 4th Edition
A publisher’s bestseller and Amazon number 1 Audible release. Reads like a novel, imparts information like a postgraduate text. Loaded with memory devices. 738 pages, includes 1,100 tutorial questions/answers and a comprehensive 49-page last minute Super Review Boot Camp.
2024 Master Lecture Series for the NCE, CPCE, CECE, and State Counseling Exams
The popular Rosenthal audio CDs put into print, adding hundreds of updates. Totally different than the encyclopedia. Upbeat presentations with alternative explanations covering all exam areas. Includes an expanded test anxiety prevention chapter and the most sophisticated last-minute Super Review Boot Camp that Dr. Rosenthal has ever produced (109 pages). Hundreds of updated tutorial practice questions. New section for micro-study sessions for your busy lifestyle. A great stand-alone resource can be combined with the Encyclopedia of Counseling for optimal results. Informative and extremely entertaining. 480 pages.
Human Services Dictionary
A one-of-a-kind resource that provides definitions purposely worded to help you tackle tough exam questions. The new 2nd edition has nearly 700 more exam terms than the original book!
Membership in Dr. Rosenthal’s exclusive Inner Circle, over 235 FREE test hints and Special Limited Edition Super Review for the New Summer 2027 NCE and Beyond
Write to Dr. Rosenthal after your purchase from his site and receive information and updates that might appear in future Rosenthal materials. Includes over 235 exclusive test hints and a special-release, limited edition comprehensive review of the new NCE domains.
Perfect for the NCC, CPCE, CECE, oral and written boards, and counseling comps.
Go to: https://howardrosenthal.com/
Dr. Linton’s Current and 2027 Narrative Exam Online Study Prep For the NCMHCE, 10th Edition
Pass the NCMHCE with a plan that actually fits your life. Choose an affordable subscription for a week, a month, or longer—then log in and start practicing immediately.
Current, updated daily, and now with AI
170+ full-length narratives with realistic cases
9,000 questions covering CACREP content
DSM-5-TR diagnostic flowcharts, flashcards, and definitions
Case studies, narrative mapping, and study analytics—think like an exam creator and pass.
Daily emails, motivational videos, and peer support groups to keep you on track
Audio, video, and worksheets tailored to your learning style
FREE weekly podcast and FREE narrative exams—try it now!
Need to retest? Get free access to the site for additional study, equal to the length of your original subscription.
Since 1999, thousands of therapists passed using our tools—now it’s your turn.
Audio Learner: Study anywhere with on-the-go audio content.
Visual Learner: Tutorials with topic-focused videos.
Kinesthetic Learner: Downloadable worksheets to reinforce learning.
Retester: Get free access equal to your original subscription!
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Study.com – NCE Exam Study Guide & Practice Questions
Ace Your National Counselor Examination with Study.com.
Comprehensive Online Study Resources
In-Depth Study Guide: Access detailed lessons covering all NCE exam topics.
Interactive Practice Tests: Take full-length practice exams to familiarize yourself with the test format.
Video Lessons: Learn at your own pace with engaging video lessons led by expert instructors.
Key Features
Personalized Study Plan: Tailor your study schedule to fit your unique needs and timeline.
Detailed Explanations: Receive clear, concise explanations for every concept and question.
Progress Tracking: Monitor your progress and identify areas for improvement with our intuitive dashboard.
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Why Choose Study.com?
Proven Success: Thousands of students have successfully prepared for and passed the NCE with our resources.
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Affordable Pricing: Get top-tier study materials without breaking the bank.
Success Stories
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NCMHCE Study Package by Dr. Alyson M. Carr, LMHC
The NCMHCE Study Package by Dr. Alyson M. Carr, LMHC
Comprehensive. Clinically grounded. Designed for real-life test takers.
If you’re preparing for the NCMHCE, this is your support system—not just a study tool.
- Targeted video courses covering key content domains, with built-in quizzes
- The NCMHCE Practice Test Handbook — 5 full-length exams, 50 case studies, and detailed answer rationales
- Built around theofficial NBCC content outline so nothing gets missed
- Created by a licensed mental health counselor and counselor educator with years of experience in developing NCMHCE prep curriculum
Whether you’re just getting started or getting close to test day, this package will help you sharpen your judgment, reduce anxiety, and study with purpose.
Study anytime, anywhere at your pace, in your style.
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Disclaimer
The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) does not endorse or uphold any claims made by vendors of study materials listed above. No enhanced performance on any NBCC examination is expressed or implied for individuals purchasing or using any of the study materials listed above. NBCC does not guarantee the accuracy of information provided by study material advertisers.
