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For Educators: Military Resources
For Educators: Military Resources

Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors

Median Salary
61,710
Job Outlook
+1%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Advise and assist students and provide educational and vocational guidance services.

What sectors do they work in?

State and local government

61%

Private not for profit

20%

Private for profit

16%

Self-employed

2%

Federal Government

1%

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What is the job outlook?

Employment of school and career counselors and advisors is projected to grow 4 percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 29,100 openings for school and career counselors and advisors are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$32,650

10%

$61,710

Median

$80,260

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    56%

  • Master's degree

    40%

  • Associate's degree

    2%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
  • School Psychology
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other
  • Executive/Career Coaching

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Education and Training
  • English Language
  • Administrative
  • Therapy and Counseling

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.