NBCC NCE case studies
NBCC NCE · Put your knowledge to work in context.
The National Counselor Examination (NCE) is the 200-item multiple-choice examination that NBCC describes as assessing the knowledge, skills and abilities determined to be important for providing effective counseling services. It is not a single-purpose test: it is a requirement for counselor licensure in many states, it is one of two examination options for the National Certified Counselor (NCC) certification, and it may also be accepted by military health systems as part of becoming a recognized provider. Candidates therefore sit the same examination through different pathways - as part of an NCC application, or on its own as part of a state licensure process, each with its own handbook. The NCE was first used in 1983 as part of the NCC application process and, according to NBCC, continues to undergo regular review and development so that it reflects current practice and research in counseling. The NBCC NCE case studies are 5 cases and about 2,433 words.
1Conflicting Custody Requests for a Minor's Records
You are a licensed professional counselor at a nonprofit outpatient clinic. Your client, Jordan, is 15 and was referred by a school counselor for anxiety and declining grades.
511 words, about 3 min2Interpreting a Translated Depression Screen in Primary Care
You are a behavioral health consultant in an integrated primary care clinic. A 38-year-old Spanish-speaking patient, Ms.
490 words, about 2 min3A Group Member Discloses Imminent Substance Use
You co-lead a 10-week relapse prevention group at an outpatient substance use program. Eight members are present for session 5.
500 words, about 3 min4Career Assessment After a Plant Closure
You are a career counselor at a workforce development center. Robert, 47, was laid off after 18 years as a production supervisor when his plant closed.
473 words, about 2 min5Interpreter Choice and Family Privacy in a Refugee Student's Case
You are a school counselor at a high school with a large Somali refugee population. A 14-year-old student, Amina, was referred for "defiance" after refusing to draw a family tree in class and arguing with a teacher.
459 words, about 2 min