Counselors
School Counselors...
Design, deliver, and assess data-driven school counseling programs that are comprehensive in scope, preventive in design, and developmental in nature to improve a range of student learning and behavioral outcomes. School counselors help all students
Aapply academic achievement strategies
Manage emotions and apply interpersonal skills
Strengthen mental wellness and
Explore and plan for postsecondary options such as higher education, the military, and the workforce
Appropriate duties include providing:
Individual student academic planning and goal setting
School counseling lessons based on ASCA Student Standards
Short-term counseling for students
Referrals for long-term support
Collaboration with families/teachers/administrators/community for student success
Advocacy for students at individual education plan meetings and other student-focused meetings
Data analysis to identify student issues, needs, and challenges
Consult and collaborate with education partners to create success for every student
School Counselor Qualifications
Hold, at minimum, a master's degree in school counseling
Meet the state certification/licensure standards
Fulfill continuing education requirements
Uphold ASCA ethical and professional standards
