Don’t Navigate Your Path to Clinical Licensure Alone!
The journey to clinical licensure can feel overwhelming — complex requirements, financial stress, isolation. It doesn’t have to be that way. The National Mental Health Workforce Acceleration Collaborative, funded by and developed in partnership with Kaiser Permanente, is a proven model to support your professional growth and success.
Up to $10,000 in milestone-based incentives and professional development support
Get the Comprehensive Support You Need
Financial Incentives
Overcome financial obstacles to licensure with up to $10,000 in milestone-based cash incentives and professional development benefits.
Expert Training and Resources
Navigate your path to licensure with live and on-demand training from experts in the field and a library of resources. No more second-guessing your next steps.
Peer Support and Mentorship
Connect with professionals who understand your experience through peer support groups, personalized mentorship and networking opportunities. You’ll never feel alone.
Positive Impact
Provide life-changing support and services to communities with unmet needs as you take the next step in your career. Become a stronger provider for your clients.
“Through this program, I’ve gained both professional guidance and personal growth that I didn’t anticipate — but deeply appreciate.”
– Josephine Diaz-Green, ASW, MSW
Is the Accelerator Right for You?
You’re a great fit if you:
Have a master’s degree (or will graduate soon) from an accredited program in:
- Counseling psychology
- Mental health counseling
- Marriage and family therapy
- Social work
- Substance use/addiction counseling
Are early in your journey toward clinical licensure (less than 33% of direct clinical hours accrued)
Demonstrate financial need
Are committed to serving communities with unmet needs
Work full time (or have an offer) at an eligible organization
Eligible employment sites:
Mental health and substance use treatment centers
Federally Qualified Health Centers
Academic health institutions
School-based and mobile outreach services
Nonprofit community-based provider organizations
Note: For-profit private practices are generally not eligible under this program.
Program Timeline
Applications open
Nov. 3, 2025.
Applications close
Nov. 16, 2025.
Acceptance decisions will be shared in
mid-December.
Cohort onboarding will occur in
mid-January.
Program cohort runs
January 2026-December 2028.
*Applications for the next cohort will open in April 2026.
What Candidates Are Saying
The Accelerator is removing obstacles and changing lives. Watch former program candidates share their experience and advice.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Join a network of professionals committed to your success.
Applications will open Nov. 3.
Questions? Contact us NMHWAC@TheNationalCouncil.org.
Are you an academic program or eligible employer?
Help us connect with professionals who could benefit from support on their journey to licensure. Share this opportunity with your master’s level students, alumni or early career employees.
By supporting professionals who are committed to serving the communities that need it most, we can expand the mental health workforce and build a stronger next generation of clinicians.
Spread the word!
Share our recruitment flyer with your networks.
Post about the program on your social media accounts.
Share our recruitment flyer with your networks.
Post about the program on your social media accounts.
