 helps students determine courses of study, possible career options, and prepares students for the type of academic and occupational training needed to succeed in the higher education and the workplace. The counselor spends time with each student to understand what motivates each student as well as his or her skills and desires. The career guidance program aims to help students make informed educational and career choices. A full time guidance and career counselor helps students decide about high school course offerings, Programs also often provide teachers, administrators, and parents with information they can use to support students' career exploration and postsecondary educational opportunities.
Activities that the counselor provides include:
- Advising students on high school programs and academic curriculum, preparing them for college application and admission.
- Arranging dual/concurrent enrollment and Advanced Placement credits to prepare students for the rigor of postsecondary education.
- Planning and preparation for college admissions tests and standardized tests
- Informing students about postsecondary financing that can be used to support advanced education and training.
- Developing career portfolios, which include test and grades results, examples of student work, and resumes and cover letters to prospective employers.
- Arranging job shadowing, work placements, and community-based learning programs to allow students to directly experience workplace situations.
- Sponsoring workshops, classes, focus groups, and special presentations that focus on job skills and personal development.
- Providing specialized counseling and intervention services to provide students with individualized attention.
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