Counsellor is a professional who gives advice, or counsels and provide guidance to people on personal and interpersonal issues to empower their clients.
What can I do (Roles Available) ?
School counselor
Career counselor
Psychological counselor
Marriage and family counselor
Child/Adolescent counselor
Forensic Counselor
Substance abuse counselor
Where can I work?
Government Agencies, Schools and colleges, Hospitals and Clinics Government Counseling Centres
Schools and colleges, Hospitals and Clinics, Corporate Firms Private counseling centres
Juno Clinic, MindHouse, ePsyclinic, Trijogare
Schools and colleges, Own clinic, NGOs
Positives
Meaningful service to others
Job Opportunities
Challenges
Long work hours
Monotonous Work
Key Skills Required
Communication
Emotional Intelligence
Interpersonal Relationship
Team Work
Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Scientific Knowledge
Domain Knowledge
What Should I study ?
Pathway 1
Class XII in any stream - B. A.(H) Psychology/Applied Psychology - Masters in Psychology/Applied Psychology/Counselling Psychology - PG Diploma in Counseling and Guidance
Pathway 2
Class XII in any stream - B. A.(H) Psychology/Applied Psychology - Masters in Psychology/Applied Psychology/Counselling Psychology - Ph.D
Pathway 3
Class XII in any stream - B. A.(H) Psychology/Applied Psychology - PG Diploma in Counseling and Guidance