Through feedback of this information, students are taught how to voluntarily control their breathing, blood flow, muscle tension, brain waves and heart rate. Students find learning to relax this way helpful in overcoming anxiety about test-taking, public speaking, musical or athletic performing, job interviewing, and social relating. An eight-week program, consisting of one hourly session each week, is recommended for learning this skill. Choosing a major usually involves setting some long-term career goals. Counselors can help students assess their personality, interests, abilities and career requirements in order to help them chose a vocational direction that will be truly satisfying.
Counselors can also help students learn about the realities of the job markets.
This is helpful because early planning can provide a student with a competitive edge at graduation.