Careers Counsellor
OSCA 259932·ANZSCO 272111
2,300
43.8%
78.9%
47 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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Careers Counsellor is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.
Courses linked to this job include Course in Mentoring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Mentors, Graduate Certificate in Career Development Practice, Certificate IV in Employment Services, and Certificate IV in Career Development.
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About this career
Assists individuals and groups in managing their careers, making occupational and educational decisions, and skill development.
What they typically do
- Advises individuals with educational, occupational, employment and career options
- Assists individuals in developing job-seeking strategies, resumes, applications, interviewing skills and career portfolios
- Utilises career assessment instruments where appropriate to assist individuals in identifying their interests, skills, values, aptitudes and abilities
- Advises students with career planning and assists them to make informed decisions for pathways following school completion
- Facilitates and delivers workshops and programs to a diverse range of individuals and groups
- Develops and facilitates programs for career education and occupational training
- Consults with educators, training providers, community organisations, government agencies, businesses and employers
- Assists individuals in navigating career transitions and locating industry immersion placements
- Liaises with employers to identify job opportunities and help jobseekers to connect with potential employers
- Prepares reports and maintains client records
Where they work
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Careers Counsellor.
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Course in Mentoring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Mentors
11055NAT · 2 providers
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Graduate Certificate in Career Development Practice
CHC81315 · AQF 8 · 6 providers
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Certificate IV in Employment Services
CHC41115 · AQF 4 · 32 providers
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Certificate IV in Career Development
CHC41215 · AQF 4 · 20 providers