How to become a counselor in a teaching field?

Hi Renu, The first step in the education of a school counselor is to obtain a bachelor's degree - usually in counseling, psychology, education or social work, though a degree in a related field can be acceptable. Following this four-year program, candidates must obtain a specialized master's degree in school counseling, which is required by most states for employment as a counselor in a school or university setting. Some school counselors first work more directly in education (as teachers or tutors) before entering graduate school to specialize in counseling. While this may provide useful insights into how educational settings function and how best to interact with students, it is by no means required. Basic coursework for a master's degree in school counseling includes counseling techniques and various approaches to academic, social and behavioral issues. Aspiring school counselors should select their age or education level of interest, and accordingly select coursework that will best prepare them for working with such students. For those looking to become college counselors, for instance, additional courses that deal with career counseling are required. Training in childhood behavioral disorders or abuse reporting may be required of prospective elementary school counselors. A school counselor should also expect to enroll in continuing education courses throughout his or her career, in order to keep up with the latest developments in the field and maintain certification. Hope it helps. Please feel free to revert. Click on the thumbs up if you found this useful. Wish You Luck!

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Hi Renu, To become an education counselor, you need to pursue a masters degree in psychology, counselling or Life skill education Being a counselor is quite challenging and you need to possess some of the qualities mentioned below to become an effective counselor : 1. Counsellors should have excellent observation and listening skills; patience, tolerance and sensitivity; an understanding of your own attitudes and responses. 2.They also possess a belief that all clients are able to make positive changes; an appreciation of confidentiality issues. 3.They have the ability to speak in multiple languages or experience in mental health care. 4.They must have good communication skills which are obviously of utmost importance to counsellors; active listening, clarification, reflection and effective questioning skills. All the best.

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