Education & Research
Education Counsellor
Guides students through academic and career decision-making.
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What this career is
Education counselling supports students in understanding themselves and their options so they can make informed academic choices.
- Typical education pathway
- Degree in psychology, education or counselling, with relevant training
What professionals typically do
- Meet students to understand strengths and goals
- Explain academic pathways and requirements
- Help students weigh options honestly
- Support families through decision points
Typical education pathways
- BA/B.Sc. in Psychology or Education
- MA in counselling psychology, M.Ed. or a recognised counselling qualification
Important skills
- Counselling skills
- Listening
- Education systems knowledge
- Ethics
Suitable student interests
- Helping students
- Listening
- Education
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