Educational counsellors advise current and prospective students on educational issues, career planning and personal development, and co-ordinate the provision of counselling services to students, parents, teachers, faculty and staff. They are employed by school boards and post-secondary educational institutions. (National Occupational Classification)
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Date modified: April 29, 2020
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Related Occupations:
School Teachers (Elementary & Secondary)
Clinical/Counselling Psychologist