2026 NBCCF Minority Fellowship Program for Addictions Counseling (Master’s)
NBCC Foundation
Who can apply
Eligible applicants must demonstrate knowledge of and experience in addictions/substance use services to one or more communities.. Eligibility Requirements:. NOTE: Applicants are strongly advised to verify their eligibility for the NCC or NCC AP prior to applying. Requirements of the NCC certification can be found on NBCC’s website at nbcc.org/Certification/NCC. Requirements of the NCC AP certification can be found on NAADAC’s website at naadac.org/types-eligibility.
About this opportunity
The NBCC Foundation (NBCCF) is pleased to announce the 2026 application period for the NBCCF Minority Fellowship Program for Addictions Counseling (MFP-AC). This program is made possible by a grant awarded to the NBCC Foundation in collaboration with NAADAC, The Association for Addiction Professionals, by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The program will administer up to 43 master’s degree–level Counseling fellowships of $15,000 for Addictions Counseling students, plus the travel expenses to participate in other program-related trainings. The NBCCF MFP helps ensure that the behavioral health needs of all Americans are met, thereby improving overall community health and well-being. By strategically promoting and providing fellowships to master’s-level ...