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Student Counsellor

ANZSCO 272115

Employed

4,100

Part-time share

47%

Female share

80%

Median age

41 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.

About this career

Student Counsellors provide information and assistance to students, parents and teachers about a wide range of matters, such as students' personal problems, learning difficulties and special requirements.

What they typically do

  • Conducts counselling interviews with students.
  • Assists students in the understanding and adjustment of attitudes, expectations and behaviour to develop more effective interpersonal relationships.
  • Presents alternative approaches and discusses potential for attitude and behavioural change.
  • Contributes information, understanding and advice on the learning and behaviour of students, especially those with special needs, and assists parents and teachers in dealing with these needs.
  • May work in a call centre.

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
32%
VIC
28.4%
QLD
17.2%
SA
10.2%
WA
6.1%
TAS
2.1%
NT
2%
ACT
1.6%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Student Counsellor.