GUIDANCE

&
COUNSELLING
CENTRES
 TOPIC:
Need of guidance and
counselling centres.
Objectives of guidance and
counselling centres.
Function of guidance and
counselling centres.
Centre/Agencies of guidance
and counselling at different
levels.
 Introduction
 Students and youth in rural areas, who are not
able to utilize the opportunities in government
and private sector. And some of them pursuing
careers which they are not passionate about.
 The student especially rural student faces hurdles
while choosing and pursuing the right career.
 They have lack of “ relevant information on
demand” to make a life changing and lack of
monetary and/or family support to pursue a
career of his/her choice.
 The guidance and counselling centre are the place
(schools, colleges, universities, and other
organization at different levels).
 Overview
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NEED OF GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING CENTRE

 Guidance counselling facilities is the only answer

to help and guide the youth to worthwhile
channels and help them to realize the goals and
optimum academic, personal and social
development.
 Guidance and counselling have a challenging role
to play in every developing economy, much more
so if it is a surplus one.
 Guidance and counselling centre are required for
fulfilling following requirements.
1.Provide educational guidance:
• The major aim of guidance and counselling centres is to encourage student”
academic, social, emotional, personal development.
• To reach this aim , guidance and counselling services which help students
get to know themselves better and find effective solution in their daily
problems.
• They also help students improve themselves in all areas and be full-
functioning individuals.

2.Provide vocational guidance:

• Early planning of career and progression pathways is vital in order for
children and youths to identify their future goals and take appropriate step
for meeting intermediate milestone to achieve them.

3.Provide individual and social guidance and counselling:

• These centres develop leadership qualities and personality development
of youth and channelize their energy towards social economic development
and growth of the community and nation.
5. Overall student support:
• With the establishment of the centre, the scope of student support
services can be increased. The centre will become an easily and
accessible platform of communication between children, youth and
support staff.
• it also promote liaison with children and youth association and
atively support youth and student-directed activities.
 OBJECTIVES OF GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING

1. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT :
• To help individuals understand themselves better ,
including their strength , weaknesses, interest, values
and personality traits.
2. EMOTIONAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT :
• To provide emotional support and coping strategies for
dealing with personal issues such as stress, anxiety ,
depression , grief , and other mental health concerns.
3. ACADEMIC AND CAREER GUIDANCE :
• To assist individuals in making informed choices
regarding their education cand career paths. This
includes helping them select appropriates courses ,
training programs, and career based on their abilities ,
interest and market trends.
 OBJECTIVES OF GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING

1. SKILL DEVELOPMENT :
• To foster healthy interpersonal relationship by teaching
social skills and promoting empathy , tolerance , and
effective communication.
2. BEHAVIORAL IMPROVEMENT :
• To help individuals develop positive behavior and
attitudes , reduce negative behaviors ( such as
aggression , substance abuse or bullying) and overall
conduct.
3. CRISI INTERVENTION AND PREVENTION :
• To provide immediate support during crises and prevent
potential issues by raising awareness and educating
individuals on topic like mental health , substance
abuse , peer pressure and safety.
 OBJECTIVES OF GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING

1. ADJUSMENT AND ADAPTATION :

• To aid individuals in a adjusting to new environments ,
such as new school , workplace ,or social setting and
help them to adapt to changes in their personal or
professional lives.
2. PROMOTING MENTAL HEALTH :
• To enhance overall mental health well-being by
addressing psychological concerns and interventions ,
and encouraging healthy coping mechanism.
3. INCLUSIVE EDUCATION :
• To support the needs of diverse population , including
individuals with special needs , ensuring that everyone
has equal access to educational and personal
development opportunities.
FUNCTION OF GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING
1. Providing emotional support:
• They offer a safe for individuals to express their feelings, discuss their concern,
and receive emotional support likes stress , anxiety, depression and other
personal challenges.
2. Career guidance:
• These centers individual understand their interest , skills and aptitudes to make
informed decision about their educational and career paths.
3. Personal development:
• Counselors works with individual to develop their social , communication and life
skills, enhancing their self-esteem , confidence and interpersonal relationship.
4. Academic support:
• Guidance centers provide support to student struggling academic challenges ,
including study habits , time management , and learning activities
FUNCTION OF GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING
1. CONFLICT RESOLUTION :
• They assist in resolving conflicts among student , peers , family members ,
promoting a harmonious environment in schools or communities.
2. CRISIS INTERVENTION :
• Counselling centers offers immediate support during crises, such as trauma ,
grief or any critical incident , ensuring the affected individuals receive the
necessary care and guidance.
3. PREVENTIVE EDUCATION :
• They conduct seminars and training session on topics likes substance abuse,
bullying , sexual education, mental health awareness to prevent potential
issues.
4. SUPPORT FOR SPECIAL NEEDS :
• They assist individual with special needs by providing appropriate guidance
and support , ensuring inclusive education and social integration.
CENTRES/AGENCIES OF GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING IN DIFFERENT LEVELS

SCHOOL- BASED GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING CENTERS :

 PRIMARY SCHOOLS
• Focus on fundamental skills , including emotional development
, social skills , early careers awareness and addressing
behavioral issues.
 SECONDARY SCHOOLS :
• Emphasizes academic guidance , career planning , dealing
adolescent-related issues , mental health support , and college
or vocational preparation.
 HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUSTION :
• Provide career service, mental health counselling , and
academic advising , and crisis intervention services for
students.
CENTRES/AGENCIES OF GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING IN DIFFERENT LEVELS

COMMUNITY-BASED GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING

CENTERS :
 YOUTH CENTER
• Offers programs and counselling services for young people ,
focusing on career guidance skills development, peer
pressure , substances abuse prevention , and social
development.
 COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS :
• Provide mental health counselling , family therapy , substance
abuse counselling and support for domestic violence or
trauma.
 NON-GOVERNMENTS ORANIZATIONS :
• Offers specialized counselling services for vulnerable
populations such as survivor of abuse refugees or individual
with disabilities.
CENTRES/AGENCIES OF GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING IN DIFFERENT LEVELS

WORKPLACE-BASED COUNSELLING AGENCIES :

 EMPLOYEE ASSITANCE PROGRAMS (EAPs)
• Provide employee with access to confidential counselling for
personal or work-related problems, including stress
management , career guidance

GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC SECTOR:

 SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
• Offers guidance and counselling related to family welfare, child
protection, and adoption services and financial assistance.
 MENTAL HEALTH
 EMPLOYMENT AND CAREER SERVICES
CENTRES/AGENCIES OF GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING IN DIFFERENT LEVELS

SPECIALIZED COUNSELING CENTERS:

 REHABILITATION
 CRISIS INTERVENTION
 FAMILY AND MARRIAGE COUNSELLING

ONLINE TELEHEALTH COUNSELING SERVICES:

 TELECOUNSELLING PLATFORMS
 ONLINE SUPPORT GROUPS AND FUROMS

RELIGIOUS AND FAITH-BASEDORGANIZTION

CENTRES/AGENCIES OF GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING IN DIFFERENT LEVELS

RELIGIOUS AND FAITH-BASEDORGANIZTION:

 CHURCHES, MOSQUES AND TEMPLE
 FAITH COUNSELLING SERVICES

PRIVATE PRACTICE COUNSELLING

 PRIVATE THERAPIST AND COUNSELORS
 PSYCHOLOGIST AND PSYCHIATRIST
CENTRES/AGENCIES OF GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING IN DIFFERENT LEVELS
 Conclusion
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