IC&RC Membership
Globally Aligned. Professionally Recognized.
The Living Vines Certification Board (LVCB) is a proud Member Board of the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC), the leading international authority for credentialing and reciprocity in the addiction, prevention, and behavioral health workforce.
IC&RC membership affirms LVCB’s commitment to international standards, professional excellence, and workforce mobility for addiction and behavioral health professionals.
What IC&RC Membership Means
As an IC&RC Member Board, LVCB operates within a globally recognized credentialing framework that ensures:
International Standards
Alignment with internationally accepted credentialing standards
Transparent Processes
Transparent and defensible certification processes
Global Recognition
Recognition of LVCB credentials across IC&RC Member Boards
Reciprocity Access
Alignment with internationally accepted credentialing standards
This membership places LVCB within a global network of regulatory and credentialing bodies working to strengthen the quality, ethics, and competence of the behavioral health workforce worldwide.
Benefits for LVCB-Certified Professionals
LVCB’s IC&RC membership directly benefits professionals certified through our Board by providing:
Reciprocity Eligibility
Eligibility for reciprocity with other IC&RC Member Boards, subject to jurisdictional requirements
Professional Portability
Greater professional portability when relocating nationally or internationally
Global Best Practices
Credentials that are benchmarked against global best practices
Enhanced Recognition
Increased recognition with employers, institutions, and regulatory bodies
Professionals certified by LVCB can be confident that their credentials are issued by a board that meets internationally recognized standards.
Reciprocity Through IC&RC
Through IC&RC membership, LVCB facilitates credential reciprocity for eligible professionals seeking to transfer their credentials into or out of Nigeria, provided the receiving jurisdiction is an IC&RC Member Board and offers an equivalent credential.
Important Considerations
Professionals are encouraged to review jurisdiction-specific requirements before initiating the reciprocity process. Different jurisdictions may have unique regulations, practice standards, and additional requirements that could affect the reciprocity application.
About IC&RC
Global Leadership
IC&RC is the leading international authority for credentialing and reciprocity in the addiction, prevention, and behavioral health workforce.
Member Network
IC&RC brings together credentialing boards from multiple countries and jurisdictions to maintain consistent international standards.
Professional Standards
IC&RC establishes and maintains rigorous standards for certification, examination, and professional conduct in behavioral health.
Workforce Mobility
IC&RC facilitates credential reciprocity, enabling professionals to move across jurisdictions while maintaining credential recognition.
Join the Global Community
Become part of a globally recognized certification network that values professional excellence and international standards.