NCMHCE 2027 Passing Score, Results and Retakes

What does a passing score of 360 mean?

NBCC’s 2027 score scale runs from 100 to 500. A score of 360 or higher meets the passing point. NBCC uses a statistical process to account for difficulty across exam forms, and dividing the scaled score by 500 does not give the percentage of questions you answered correctly.

NBCC describes an unofficial report at the end of testing with preliminary pass or fail status and general feedback by domain. Follow the instructions for your state board or national certification pathway for the official result and any remaining steps. In practice, use your accuracy and timing as feedback about what to study next.

• NBCC 2027 format and scoring, page 3
• Review the six-domain content outline

What should you check before registering for a retake?

The currently linked state handbook describes a 30-day wait after an unsuccessful attempt unless the board requires longer. Check that your board approval is still valid and confirm the new registration and fee with your pathway. If it has expired, ask the board what approval is needed before you pay.

The currently linked national certification handbook lists a minimum 30-day wait and a maximum of three attempts within two years under one NCC or CCMHC application. Confirm the current policy, authorization, and applicable fees before booking. If the retake is near the transition, verify the version for the new date even if your previous attempt used the earlier exam.

• NBCC state licensure handbook for the pre-transition exam
• NBCC national certification handbook for the pre-transition exam
• Check which NCMHCE edition applies to you
• Use the five-week NCMHCE study plan

Study resources for this exam

Use the issuer’s current candidate materials for the exam rules. TestCertify provides free guides and a sample ZIP, plus an optional independent prep kit.

• NCMHCE 2027 guides and prep kit
• Editorial Standards
• Original practice questions policy