About School Counsellor
We live in a world that has been changing continuously. Technology has made everything possible. There are new career opportunities available for students. Students today want to pursue new emerging careers, and so on.
But in this rapidly changing world, one thing is constant, i.e., confusion among students towards their career paths. Students are still confused about what to choose and what not to choose. Most of the students study Science in school followed by engineering in college & then pursue MBA. It is because most of them are unaware of their personalities, interests, & strengths in life. They are often influenced by their friends, advised by parents, siblings, or relatives.
But can we blame them? Not really.
To help students understand their likes, dislikes, interests, capabilities, aptitude, most of the schools have started counselling students. In the last 10-15 years, there have been drastic developments in the Indian education system. And, Career Counselling has become the heart of every curriculum.
In 2018, CBSE made it mandatory for schools to have special education counsellors. Most of the schools have started training their faculty in the field of career counselling. Schools look for professionals who can not only help their students in the curriculum but also guide them throughout their careers.
School authorities have made guidance and counselling in education necessary. And career counsellors have become crucial members of the education team. Counsellors in schools help students in their academic achievements, personal/ social development, career development, etc.
There is a dire need for trained Career Counsellors in India. Narrowing the spectrum further, the scope for school counsellors to grow in this industry is massive.
Career Prospects
If you wish to make a career in the career counselling industry, becoming a school counsellor is one of the professions to choose from.
Career counsellors who work in schools are known as school counsellors. They are qualified and trained professionals who are responsible for the academic, personal/social, and career development of students.
They work as full-time or part-time career counsellors with schools. They are patient, resourceful, and trusted professionals who are known for their:
These professional school counsellors also work individually or collaboratively with schools to implement comprehensive school counselling services.
The role of a school counsellor is defined as:
These professionals conduct individual counselling discussions to help students in career planning. They also organize small group counselling sessions to enhance the listening & social skills of students and help them find social support through healthy peer relationships.
They also assist school staff with classroom management techniques and students’ career development programs to improve education quality.
Jobs & Salary
The job role of a counsellor in schools varies depending on the school, work environment, qualifications and skills. The profile of a school guidance counsellor can be defined as:
The salary of a school counsellor depends on qualifications, skills, experience and training. It varies from school to school and is based on his/her responsibilities. For example, school counselling professionals who work in mid/high schools get more salaries than elementary school counsellors.
Therefore, the average salary of a school counsellor is between 3.0 LPA to 10.0 LPA. The initial pay ranges around INR 25,000, which grows with experience.
Pros & Cons
No profession is perfect and like any other profession, there are several pros and cons of being a school counsellor too. We have listed down some major advantages & disadvantages of being a school guidance counsellor. Read these points and decide upon choosing this job.
Without further ado, let’s get started with the pros and cons of becoming a school counsellor:
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Testimonials
Sapna Jha
Founder & MD, HapGen Education, NoidaI was a regular Math teacher at my school. Having worked as a Math teacher for 10 years I realized I wanted to upgrade myself, I wanted to explore more. That’s when I came across the Global Career Counsellor Program and completed my course. Today I am a Math Teacher cum School Counsellor who organizes Parent-Student-Counsellor meets and career meets at school. I love my job and I am thankful to the Global Career Counsellor Program for helping me diversify my career.
Zainab M. Zummer
Secondary School Teacher, MumbaiIt has been close to 15 years of working with children who need career counselling. Being a school teacher, I had been guiding students based on the little knowledge that I had about the various fields but always felt that it was incomplete guidance. This Lockdown allowed me to reflect upon my goals and move ahead in the same field with a little variation. I came across this Univariety GCC programme while surfing through Instagram. I must say the programme is very well planned and the UCLA Extension along with it is SUPER HIT!!
Vishal Varia
Managing Director, Rosary School, RajkotAfter spending over 2 decades in the education industry, I realized that it was getting too monotonous for me. I wanted to diversify my career in a way that helped me grow in the same sector. That’s when I heard about the Global Career Counsellor program from Univariety. This program has not only empowered me in many ways but also supported me in becoming an independent Career Counsellor. I started my venture with the help of the Super Counsellor program. Their technology is state-of-the-art, and it helps me track and measure student success very easily.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a School Counsellor?
School counsellors are trained career guidance professionals who guide students for education and career success. They implement a comprehensive school counselling program to maintain a healthy schooling environment. School counsellors work individually or collaboratively with schools (full time/ part-time), communicate with students & parents, understand their requirements, and accordingly help them. They also create a better school atmosphere and learning environment.
What are 3 skills you need as a School Counsellor?
School career counsellors are qualified and trained education and career guidance counsellors who master the art of helping students in different career aspects. They often have little time to tend to hundreds or thousands of students yet create an impact. All because of their skills and expertise. Therefore, a student guidance counsellor should be accomplished in different areas. The characteristics of a school counsellor are:
What can a School Counsellor do?
School counsellors are responsible to create school counselling & student development programs based on several standards that define the profession. They develop, implement, and assess various counselling programs depending upon the types of students to improve the outcomes. The role of career counsellor can be defined as:
What qualifications do you need to be a School Counsellor?
To become a career counsellor, individuals must have:
How to become a School Counsellor?
An individual from any stream can become a school counsellor. If you are a person with counselling aptitude who would like to help people make the right career choices, you can definitely become a school career counsellor. To pursue this profession: