The 2027 NBCCF Bridging the Gap Symposium hosted by NBCCF in collaboration with NBCC, will take place on Feb. 22–23, 2027, in New Orleans, Louisiana. The in-person event emphasizes NBCCF’s dedication to providing Professional Counselors with high-quality, accessible continuing education in areas such as workforce development, leadership, and community building. Attendees will be eligible to earn up to 6.5 continuing education hours.
For the first time, the Bridging the Gap Symposium will be held as a pre-conference event to the 2027 Law and Ethics in Counseling Conference to create one dynamic learning experience for Counseling professionals, Counselor Educators, Counseling students, supervisors, and other leaders in the profession.
Participants can register for Symposium only, the Law and Ethics Conference only, or a combined package for both events. Register by Nov. 15, 2026, to take advantage of early-bird rates.
Rates
In-Person Symposium Only
In-Person Symposium and Law and Ethics in Counseling Conference
*Early-bird rates end on Nov. 15, 2026.
Location
500 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
504-525-2500The hotel is located across the street from the renowned French Quarter and is only steps away from the energy of Bourbon Street.
A dedicated hotel booking website is available for attendees to reserve rooms at the conference rate.
Reservations may be made at the discounted group rate of $209 per night through Jan. 25, 2027.
Attendees are encouraged to reserve rooms early, as the conference room block is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
