Friend of Counseling Award

The nomination and application window has closed for 2026.

Background and Purpose: The purpose of this award is to recognize an individual or group, outside of the counseling profession who supports, advocates, and encourages counseling in North Dakota.

Criteria: 

1. Must be employed outside of the counseling profession.
2. Cannot be a member of NDCA. 
3. Has demonstrated support for counseling in the state of North Dakota through their profession, and/or volunteer work.

Procedure: 

1. Nominee must meet the criteria listed above.
2. Nominee cannot be a member of NDCA.
3. Must submit the nomination form outlining the criteria for the award and two letters of reference. 
4. All materials due by the posted deadline. 
5. Fill out the nomination form.