Educational Counsellor Teaching Professionals
SaveWhat Does an Educational Counsellor Do?
Educational counsellors provide practical and emotional support to students in a educational institution, either in small groups, classrooms, or individually. They function as an accessible school official whom students may contact for a wide variety of issues. Educational counsellors may provide advice on personal problems such as social integration and behavioural issues, and on school-related matters such as composing adequate curriculum schedules, discussing test scores, and informing students on further education options. They may work closely with a school social worker and/or school psychologist and make referrals to other support services if necessary.
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Adolescent Psychological Development
Understand the developments and the development needs of children and young persons, observing the behaviour and the attachment relationships in order to detect developmental delay.
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Skills You Need to Become an Educational Counsellor
Essential Skills
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EssentialAdolescent Psychological Development knowledge
Understand the developments and the development needs of children and young persons, observing the behaviour and the attachment relationships in order to detect developmental delay.
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EssentialClient-Centred Counselling knowledge
Practice that encourages clients to concentrate on how they feel at the present moment during the counseling session in order to search for the most appropriate solutions.
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EssentialCounselling Methods knowledge
Counselling techniques used in different settings and with various groups and individuals, especially concerning methods of supervision and mediation in the counselling process.
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EssentialLearning Needs Analysis knowledge
The process of analysing a student's learning needs through observation and testing, potentially followed by the diagnosis of a learning disorder and a plan for additional support.
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EssentialCrisis Intervention knowledge
Coping strategies in crisis cases which allow individuals to overcome their problems or fears and avoid psychological distress and breakdown.
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EssentialLearning Difficulties knowledge
The learning disorders some students face in an academic context, especially Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, and concentration deficit disorders.
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EssentialCommunicate With Youth skill
Use verbal and non-verbal communication and communicate through writing, electronic means, or drawing. Adapt your communication to children and young people`s age, needs, characteristics, abilities, preferences, and culture.
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EssentialConsult Student's Support System skill
Communicate with multiple parties, including teachers and the family of the student, to discuss the student's behaviour or academic performance.
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EssentialCounsel Students skill
Provide assistance to students with educational, career-related or personal issues such as course selection, school adjustment en social integration, career exploration and planning, and family problems.
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EssentialIdentify Education Needs skill
Identify the needs of students, organisations and companies in terms of provision of education in order to aid in the development of curricula and education policies.
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EssentialLiaise With Educational Staff skill
Communicate with the school staff such as teachers, teaching assistants, academic advisors, and the principal on issues relating to students' well-being. In the context of a university, liaise with the …
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EssentialListen Actively skill
Give attention to what other people say, patiently understand points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times; able to listen carefully the needs of customers, …
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EssentialMonitor Educational Developments skill
Monitor the changes in educational policies, methodologies and research by reviewing relevant literature and liaising with education officials and institutions.
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EssentialMonitor Student's Behaviour skill
Supervise the student's social behaviour to discover anything unusual. Help solve any issues if necessary.
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EssentialSupport Children's Wellbeing skill
Provide an environment that supports and values children and helps them to manage their own feelings and relationships with others.
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EssentialCommunicate On The Youth's Well-Being skill
Communicate on the youth's behaviour and welfare with parents, schools and other people in charge of the youth's upbringing and education.
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EssentialLiaise With Educational Institutions skill
Communication and cooperation for the supply of study materials (e.g. books) to educational institutions.
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EssentialPerform Educational Testing skill
Carry out psychological and educational tests on the personal interests, personality, cognitive capabilities, or language or mathematic skills of a student.
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EssentialTackle Issues That Block Academic Progress skill
Address the issues that can block a pupil`s school progress, such as social, psychological, emotional or physical difficulties, through counselling and intervention methods.
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Optional Skills (5 of 31 displayed)
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OptionalDevelopmental Psychology knowledge
The study of human behaviour, performance, and psychological development from infancy to adolescence.
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OptionalBehavioural Disorders knowledge
The often emotionally disruptive types of behaviour a child or adult can show, such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or oppositional defiant disorder (ODD).
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OptionalPsychological Counselling Methods knowledge
The various psychological counselling, training and coaching methods for persons of all ages, groups and organizations considering medical aspects.
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OptionalEducation Law knowledge
The area of law and legislation that concerns education policies and the people working in the sector in an (inter)national context, such as teachers, students, and administrators.
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OptionalAdult Education knowledge
Instruction targeted at adult students, both in a recreational and in an academic context, for self-improvement purposes, or to better equip the students for the labour market.
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OptionalAssessment Processes knowledge
Various evaluation techniques, theories, and tools applicable in the assessment of students, participants in a programme, and employees. Different assessment strategies such as initial, formative, summative and self- assessment are …
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OptionalCommunity Education knowledge
Programs targeting the social development and learning of individuals in their own community, through a variety of formal or informal education methods.
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OptionalPost-Secondary School Procedures knowledge
The inner workings of a post-secondary school, such as the structure of the relevant education support and management, the policies, and the regulations.
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OptionalPrimary School Procedures knowledge
The inner workings of a primary school, such as the structure of the relevant education support and management, the policies, and the regulations.
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OptionalPsychology knowledge
The human behaviour and performance with individual differences in ability, personality, interests, learning, and motivation.
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OptionalSchool Psychology knowledge
The study of human behaviour and performance with respect to various school processes, the learning needs of young individuals, and the psychological tests accompanying this field of study.
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OptionalBakery Ingredients knowledge
The raw materials and other ingredients used in baked goods.
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OptionalBakery Production Methods knowledge
The bakery production methods used to make baked products such as leaven, unleaven, sour dough, and predough.
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OptionalApply Crisis Intervention skill
Respond methodologically to a disruption or breakdown in the normal or usual function of a person, family, group or community.
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OptionalAssist In The Organisation Of School Events skill
Provide assistance in the planning and organisation of school events, such as the school's open house day, a sports game or a talent show.
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OptionalAssist Students In Their Learning skill
Support and coach students in their work, give learners practical support and encouragement.
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OptionalConduct Educational Activities skill
Plan, perform and supervise educational activities for a variety of audiences, such as for school children, university students, specialist groups, or members of the public.
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OptionalCooperate With Education Professionals skill
Communicate with teachers or other professionals working in education in order to identify needs and areas of improvement in education systems, and to establish a collaborative relationship.
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OptionalGuarantee Students' Safety skill
Ensure all students falling under an instructor or other person's supervision are safe and accounted for. Follow safety precautions in the learning situation.
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OptionalLiaise With Educational Support Staff skill
Communicate with education management, such as the school principal and board members, and with the education support team such as the teaching assistant, school counsellor or academic advisor on issues …
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OptionalMaintain Relations With Children's Parents skill
Inform children`s parents of the activities planned, program`s expectations and children`s individual progress.
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OptionalOversee Extra-Curricular Activities skill
Supervise and potentially organise educational or recreational activities for the students outside of mandatory classes.
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OptionalProvide Career Counselling skill
Advise beneficiaries on future career options through counselling and, potentially, through career testing and evaluation.
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OptionalProvide Information On Study Programmes skill
Provide information on the different lessons and fields of study offered by educational institutions such as universities and secondary schools, as well as the study requirements and employment prospects.
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OptionalSecondary School Procedures skill
The inner workings of a secondary school, such as the structure of the relevant education support and management, the policies, and the regulations.
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OptionalShow Consideration For Student's Situation skill
Take students' personal backgrounds into consideration when teaching, showing empathy and respect.
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OptionalWork In Vocational School skill
Work in a vocational school that instructs students in practical courses.
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OptionalAdvise On Learning Methods skill
Provide advice to help students study in a way that suits them best, propose different techniques such as using visual highlighting or speaking out loud, and help them draw up …
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OptionalEstablish Educational Network skill
Establish a sustainable network of useful and productive educational partnerships to explore business opportunities and collaborations, as well as stay current about trends in education and topics relevant to the …
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OptionalInspect Education Institutions skill
Inspect the operations, policy compliance and management of specific educational institutions in order to ensure they comply with education legislation, manage operations efficiently, and provide proper care for students.
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OptionalProvide Information On Education Financing skill
Provide information to parents and students concerning tuition fees, student loans and financial support services.
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