School Counsellor

Background

School counsellors help students with personal, social, and academic problems. They listen to students' concerns, offer advice, and connect them with support services. They also help students plan their futures, including choosing subjects and exploring career options.

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Next Step Roles

Senior School Counsellor→Head of Student Services→Educational Psychologist→Career Guidance Manager

Publications

Journal of Counseling and DevelopmentSchool Counselor Magazine

Books

The School Counselor's Book of ListsCounselling Skills for Working with TraumaCareer Development and Counselling

Movies

Dead Poets SocietyThe Breakfast Club

Key Figures

Carl RogersAlbert EllisSheryl HutchinsRebekah Byrd

Classification

SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference371.4, 150.13For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

Student CounsellorSchool Guidance CounsellorEducational CounsellorStudent Adviser

Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

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