QMHP-C - Testing Requirements

Requirements for certification:

QMHP-C Testing Requirements

Verification of 1,000 supervised experience hours (earned after you become a QMHP-R), verified by a qualified QMHP supervisor who meets the requirements of a supervisor in OAR 309-019-0125.
Successfully pass the QMHP-C competency exam (available online). Exam fee: $165

Testing Application Process

Please request a QMHP-C Testing Application to be added into your Certemy account
The only requirement for testing is 1000 clinical experience hours earned as a QMHP-R
After completing the supervision step, your account will be moved to the Testing Registration step
In the Testing Registration step, you will indicate how you want to take the exam (in person or remote) and a scheduling link will be sent to you with-in 2 weeks of completing this form

The QMHP-C Exam can be proctored in person, or remotely on your personal/work computer.

If you need a QMHP-C Testing Application added to your Certemy account, please open a chat with MHACBO.

Below is a list of comparable exams that may qualify you to bypass the QMHP-C Exam

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CRC	Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification	CRC	Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
ASWB	Association of Social Work Boards	LCSW	Association of Social Work Boards (sometimes mistakenly called NASW)
MFT	Association of Marital and Family Therapy Regulatory Boards	LMFT	Marriage and Family Therapist
CMBT	Certified Board for Music Therapist	MT-BC	Music Therapist Board Certified
NCTRC	National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification	CTRS	Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
ATCBHE	Art Therapy Credentials Board	ATR-BC	Board Certified Art Therapist
NCBBHP	National Certification Board for Behavioral Health Professionals	NCBBHP	Mental Health Professional Exam
EPPR	Association of State and Provincial Psychology Board	LP (Licensed Psychologist)	Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology