National Board of Certifications
for Behavioral Medicine.
Board Certified
The National Board of Certification for Behavioral Medicine is dedicated to promoting professionalism, accountability, and consistency among professionals across various sectors of behavioral medicine, including fields such as counseling, mental health, psychiatry, psychology, social services, substance use and addiction, and other areas of behavioral health.
Our organization plays an essential role in upholding the integrity and quality of care by:
- Establishing industry standards and best practices
- Providing credibility and trust by verifying credentials for qualifications and skills to perform work-related duties.
- Enhancing personal development
- Ensuring public safety and welfare
- Building industry-wide consistency
- Professional Empowerment
Experience and Knowledge
Certification typically requires specific training, education, and understanding of best practices. This ensures that the certified individual has a solid foundation of knowledge to provide effective care or support.
Evidence-Based Practices
Certified professionals are often trained in evidence-based practices, meaning they use techniques and interventions that are supported by scientific research to improve outcomes.
Ethical and Professional Standards
Certification often involves adhering to a code of ethics and professional standards, which helps ensure that the certified individual behaves respectfully, compassionately, and trustworthyly. This is especially important in a field that involves sensitive personal issues.
Credibility
Certification is a recognized indicator that the person has met a certain level of competency in mental health care. This gives clients and employers confidence in their abilities.
Continued Learning
Many certifications require ongoing education or training, which encourages certified professionals to stay current with the latest trends, research, and techniques.
Licensing and Legal Considerations
In some cases, certification requires licensure, which is a requirement to practice legally in certain fields (e.g., psychiatry, psychotherapists, counselors, or psychologists). This ensures that only qualified individuals offer mental health care services to the public.
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