School counselors design and manage comprehensive school counseling programs that support the success of all students. Counselors serve the entire student population and focus on helping students build skills that support success both in school and in life.
Their work may include:
- Individual and group counseling 1
- Classroom guidance lessons
- Academic planning
- College and career advising
- Supporting social and emotional development
1 While school counselors have training in mental health delivery, we are considered educational specialists in school counseling and are not a replacement for students who may need ongoing mental health therapy.