Sometimes they're frightening. And sometimes we can benefit from help and support as we strive to master them. Professional counselors are trained and committed to providing the help and support we may need to master the challenges of life . Working in a diverse range of settings and with a variety of areas of specialized expertise, professional counselors work with people of all ages, races, cultural backgrounds, and circumstances to help them maximize their potential, make positive changes in their lives, and achieve their goals. Promoting Educational Success Education both enriches our lives and empowers us with the knowledge and skills we need to succeed.
Professional counselors play a critical role in maximizing educational opportunities.
At colleges and universities, professional counselors assist students in getting the most out of postsecondary education. In this time of rapid economic and technological change, finding a rewarding career can be difficult. Many professional counselors specialize in providing the assistance we need to identify and pursue career objectives that match our interests, skills, aptitudes, and needs. Working in public and community agencies, military facilities, educational institutions, businesses, and private practice, career and employment counselors help people of all ages and circumstances achieve their career goals, including persons who are just starting out in the workforce, dislocated workers, ex-offenders, family caregivers reentering the workforce, individuals interested in changing careers, retirees looking for a second career, and many more. Rehabilitation counselors provide assistance to persons with disabilities in identifying and pursuing career goals and obtaining the resources needed to live independently.