Career counselors hold a graduate degree in counseling with a specialization in career counseling.
Services of career counselors differ, depending on the counselor's level of competence, the setting,client needs, and other factors. Strategies and techniques of professional career counselors are tailored to the specific needs of the person seeking help. They may be licensed by state counselor licensure boards or certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors. Many states have counselor licensure laws and state boards that oversee this licensing process. Check your local phone directory under state government or check with your public library for the address and phone number of your state counselor licensing board.