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Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors

Education

Education and training requirements for counselors are often very detailed and vary by state and specialty, but a master's degree usually is required to become a licensed counselor. Prospective counselors should check with state and local governments, prospective employers and national voluntary certification organizations to determine which requirements apply.

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Related College Majors

Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $13,594.00 per year

College Student Counseling and Personnel Services. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $11,973.00 per year

Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $21,353.00 per year

Certifications or Licenses

Licensure requirements differ greatly by state, occupational specialty and work setting. Some states require school counselors to hold a state school counseling certification and to have completed...

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General Qualifications

People interested in counseling should have a strong desire to help others and should be able to inspire respect, trust and confidence. They should be able to work independently or as part of a te...

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Knowledge

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

Most Common Education Levels

The level of education attained by people currently working in this career.

Most Common Education

Schools with the Highest Enrollment for Featured Major

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School
Number of Students
University of Phoenix-Online C...
503,019
Arizona State University
76,438
American Public University System
69,384
Liberty University
64,610
University of Central Florida
63,153
University of Florida
58,626
Capella University
57,466
Grand Canyon University
53,018
Florida International University
51,792
Michigan State University
51,428
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