How do they match: Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors

  • Study Abroad Advisor

  • Advise and assist students and provide educational and vocational guidance services.

  • Assess needs for assistance, such as rehabilitation, financial aid, or additional vocational training, and refer clients to the appropriate services.
  • Compile and study occupational, educational, and economic information to assist counselees in determining and carrying out vocational and educational objectives.
  • Counsel students regarding educational issues, such as course and program selection, class scheduling and registration, school adjustment, truancy, study habits, and career planning.
  • Identify cases of domestic abuse or other family problems and encourage students or parents to seek additional assistance from mental health professionals.
  • Observe students during classroom and play activities to evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
  • Provide students with disabilities with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.

  • Assist clients in handling details of daily life.
  • Collaborate with other professionals to develop education or assistance programs.
  • Intervene in crisis situations to assist clients.