The Minnesota Certification Board (MCB) is a non-profit agency dedicated to protecting the citizens of Minnesota by ensuring that certified professionals working in a wide range of professions are providing safe and competent services to the public. The MCB is a member board of the International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC).
We offer certifications for professionals in the areas of alcohol and drug counseling, co-occurring disorders, prevention, clinical supervision, peer recovery, and criminal justice. Learn more about the various certifications we offer, the requirements and fees for each, and begin your application!
Learn MoreOne year after receiving your initial certification, you will need to renew your certification and pay an annual renewal fee. After that, you’ll move to a two-year recertification cycle. Learn more about keeping your credentials up-to-date!
Learn MoreThe Minnesota Certification Board offers computerized exams, which are available throughout the year with NO cut off dates. Find a testings center and learn more about how to apply for an exam!
Learn MoreThe Minnesota Certification Board (MCB) is pleased to announce a new free standing Peer Specialist resource website called the Minnesota Peer Resource Hub. The new Peer Specialist website was created to provide information and resources to support and promote workforce development in the service areas across Minnesota. The website was developed through a Department of Human Services funded grant. The website provides information that may be helpful to those interested in becoming a peer or for those entering the peer specialist workforce, or for those already providing peer services. The website includes community events, career opportunities and pathways, education, and training offerings among other informative topics. We invite you to please visit the new Peer website at the link:
Board of Directors Members
The Board of Directors for the Minnesota Certification Board is seeking individuals to serve on its board by appointment for the 2024 year. Our mission is to provide a diverse pool of credentialed Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse (AODA) professionals to meet the specific needs of the citizens of the State of Minnesota. As a board member you would regularly attend board meetings, participate on the board and subcommittees, and stay informed about matters concerning the board and its subcommittees. We are seeking member who are 18 y.o. or older, reside in Minnesota, have leadership knowledge and/or experience with nonprofit organizations, and active in Minnesota communities. If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to mcb@mcboard.org for consideration. Thank you!
Advisory Council Members
The Minnesota Certification Board is seeking individuals to serve on its Advisory Council that will meet quarterly to discuss MCB activities and provide feedback to the board on a variety of areas within the recovery community. This position will allow council members to engage actively with the MCB and Board members. Our mission is to provide a diverse pool of credentialed Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse (AODA) professionals to meet the specific needs of the citizens of the State of Minnesota. As an Advisory Council member, you would regularly attend meetings, participate on subcommittees, and stay informed about matters concerning the board and its subcommittees. We are seeking member who are 18 y.o. or older, reside in Minnesota, have knowledge and/or experience with diverse nonprofit organizations, and active in Minnesota SUD communities. If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to mcb@mcboard.org for consideration. Thank you!