Five Steps to Becoming NCA Certified

1. Qualify

In order to become certified with NCA, you need to have traversed one of the eligibility routes for your particular certification field. Check the list of exams offered, and click on your field to view the possible eligibility routes. Use them to determine whether or not you can apply for the examination.
            - Examination List
            - Credentials without Examination

2. Apply

Now that you've determined that you're eligible, you're ready to apply. If you completed a NAACLS accredited program, you can use our new ultraconvenient online application process at NCA FAST. If not, you will need to see the process listed on the other link below.
            - From a NAACLS Accredited Program (NCA FAST)
            - Not From a NAACLS Accredited Program
            - Fees

3. Schedule

Now you've applied and received confirmation of your eligibility. The next step is to schedule your exam. The link below is going to walk you through the steps necessary to schedule that examination.
                        - Ready to Schedule

4. Prepare

Now that you've scheduled your examination, you'll be needing plenty of study aids and resources to prepare for it. This link will offer you all the assistance you should need to pass that test.
                        - Ready to Study

5. Watch and Wait

Breathe easy. Your examination is over. Now you just need to watch and wait for your results and certification by mail. Below is a link to some information regarding the falling action of this process. You'll find out about the scoring methods and what you should do if you pass or if you don't pass your examination.
                        - What Happens Next?