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MaMHCA

Massachusetts Mental Health Counselors Association, Inc.

Celebrating 45 years of Services as the only Non-Profit Association for LMHCs in Massachusetts

MaMHCA Terms of Service

Terms of Service

Massachusetts Mental Health Counselors Association (MaMHCA)

These Terms of Service outline the policies, procedures, and conditions governing advertisements, continuing education, certification programs, events, membership, and related services provided by the Massachusetts Mental Health Counselors Association (MaMHCA). Use or continued use of the MaMHCA website constitutes agreement to these terms.

1. Advertisements
  • Advertisements may be edited due to limited space or formatting requirements.
  • Ads not meeting required format guidelines may result in delay in publication and/or modification to meet standards. Ads submitted in the required format may still not run in a specific issue or format.
  • MaMHCA reserves the right to reject any advertising submission that does not meet the organization’s mission or standards. Costs submitted for unapproved advertisements will be reimbursed.
  • MaMHCA is not responsible for advertisement content.
  • Advertising rates are subject to change.
  • No refunds will be issued for advertisements that reach publication.

CE Listings / Event Ads

  • Registration links are for informational purposes only and do not constitute endorsement.
  • MaMHCA is not responsible for broken links or third-party content. Providers must review listings and report corrections.
  • Advertisement for CE programs does not constitute MCEAP approval. All applications must be submitted separately.
  • No refunds will be issued for CE listings or ads.
2. Continuing Education (CE) Workshop Proposals
  • CE application fees are non-refundable. No fee for the current proposal process.
  • CE standards follow Massachusetts LMHC licensing laws, regulations, and policies.
  • Applicants must stay current with applicable standards.
  • Applications missing credentials or improperly formatted may be denied or not reviewed.
  • Proposals are reviewed by the MCEAP Director; decisions are final.
  • MaMHCA may deny proposals based on content standards, availability, or content need.
  • MaMHCA manages CE information, may withhold CEs, evaluate programs, and use approved proposals for marketing. Recordings/photos are property of MaMHCA; submission implies consent.
3. Workshop Registration (MaMHCA Events)
  • Refundable if cancellation is received ≥1 week prior minus $35 fee.
  • Cancellations <1 week prior are not refundable.
  • No Shows are not refundable.
  • Applies to MaMHCA-sponsored and co-sponsored events.
4. Certification Programs (MCEAP)
  • Standards follow Massachusetts licensing laws and regulations.
  • Applicants must stay current with standards; incomplete applications may not be reviewed.
  • Application fees are non-refundable; approval decisions are final.
  • Approval does not imply endorsement of quality, accessibility, or sponsoring entities.
  • Approved programs are not managed by MaMHCA post-approval. Only the most recent application version accepted. More info
5. Annual Conference

Registration may be refundable subject to deadlines. See conference webpage for details.

Conference Sponsors & Exhibitors

  • Outstanding balances must be paid ≥60 days prior to sponsor or exhibit.

Conference Presenters

  • Proposals are selected by the Conference Committee; submission does not guarantee selection. Guidelines must be met.
6. Membership
  • Dues are not charitable contributions but may be business expenses.
  • $5 per membership goes to the Scholarship Fund and is tax-deductible.

Membership Refund Requests

  • Must be submitted via email.
  • Refunds processed before approval minus $35 fee. Requests allowed within 90 days of purchase.

Automatic Membership Renewal

  • Members authorize annual credit card charges; payments are non-refundable.
  • Members must maintain accurate billing info and a valid email.
7. Cancellation & Refund Policy (Programs)
  • Cancellations ≥1 week prior: full refund minus $35 fee.
  • After that, no refunds; registration may be transferred.

Distance Learning (Home Study)

  • Cancel within 3 days for full refund if materials unopened. After 3 days, $50 fee applies.
  • No refunds after 30 days or if courses accessed/used. Non-transferable.

License Exam Prep Courses

  • Cancel within 3 days for full refund if materials unopened.
  • Refundable ≥1 week prior minus $35. Registration closes 10 days prior.
  • Courses require ≥6 participants; MaMHCA may reschedule.
  • No refunds after 30 days or if materials accessed/used.
8. Disclaimer
  • All MaMHCA materials are for internal use only; reproduction without consent prohibited.
  • Participation implies agreement to confidentiality and project terms.
  • Intellectual property contributions are voluntary; contributors may be acknowledged.

Ⓒ MaMHCA 2023
17 Cocasset St., Suites 301 & 302

Foxborough, MA 02035




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