National Counselor Examination
We are proud that 97% of our customers passed their exam in 2021!1
This is the comprehensive study guide that has been instrumental in helping thousands of counselors pass the National Counselor Examination (NCE) used for state licensure.
It will help you assess your weaknesses and strengthen what you know. Dr. Arthur's Study Guide is available in either a hard copy or eBook format, and covers all 8 CACREP content areas. The package also includes a Pre-Assessment Exam and one Practice Exam that are both online, each with 200 questions and detailed answers that give insight into the style and format of the NCE's questions. Our Enhanced Package includes two additional online exams (each 200 questions) which provides ample opportunity to gain confidence in your knowledge base. See What You Get and get started.
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Study Guide Online
The heart of the program is Dr. Arthur's Study Guide for the NCE, which is a user-friendly publication designed to prepare you for the exam. The Study Guide has been updated for the DSM-5™ and 2016 CACREP Standards.
Covers All 8 CACREP Areas
The Study Guide is organized according to the 8 CACREP areas: Professional Counseling Orientation & Ethical Practice; Social and Cultural Diversity, Human Growth and Development, Career Development, Counseling and Helping Relationships, Group Counseling and Group Work, Assessment and Testing, and Research & Program Evaluation. Example questions reflect those objectives. This is significant because the NCE is developed from CACREP programs.
Online Exams
Up to four online exams available, each with 200 questions and detailed answers. One of the online exams is a pre-assessment exam, which helps you prioritize your studying based on your results in each of the 8 CACREP areas. Our Basic Package also includes one practice exam, or purchase the Enhanced Package to access a total of three practice exams.
Flash Card Study Module
Use these online flash cards to promote active recall. Hundreds of brief definitions to re-enforce learning and identify definitions that may require further research.
Learn at your own pace
The online exams may be taken multiple times for up to a full year, allowing you to study at the pace that is best for you.
Consultation
As part of either purchased package, you can schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Gary Arthur for up to 30 minutes.
Money Back Pass Guarantee
Pass the NCE or the purchase price will be refunded to you. See guarantee policies for details.
Success
Dr. Arthur's NCE Study Program boasts a 97% pass rate versus the national average of 84.8%.
Personal Profile Page
You get a personal profile page containing status of exams you have taken, links to your online study materials, ebook downloads, your purchases, and access to more materials.
1 Based on number of refunds requested due to failed exams.
What You Get
BASIC PACKAGE
$199
- Online Pre-assessment Exam
- 1 online Practice Exam*
(may be retaken multiple times) - NEW Study Guide Online
(updated for DSM-5™) - NEW Virtual Flash Cards (over 450)
- Phone consultation directly with Dr. Gary Arthur for up to 30 minutes
- Money Back Pass Guarantee
- 3-day Satisfaction Guarantee
- Online account active for one year
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over purchasing exams separately
ENHANCED PACKAGE
$239
- Online Pre-assessment Exam
- 3 online Practice Exams
(may be retaken multiple times) - NEW Study Guide Online
(updated for DSM-5™) - NEW Virtual Flash Cards (over 450)
- Phone consultation directly with Dr. Gary Arthur for up to 30 minutes
- Money Back Pass Guarantee
- 3-day Satisfaction Guarantee
- Online account active for one year
- BUY NOW!
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* Two additional practice exams can be purchased later for $60.
** Must purchase Basic or Enhanced Package to buy Optional Hard Copy for $64.32. See Optional Enhancements on Checkout page.
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