Academic Guidance: Assist students in choosing appropriate courses, majors, and academic pathways based on their interests, abilities, and career goals. Provide information about academic programs, course requirements, and academic policies. Educational Planning: Help students develop educational plans and academic schedules that align with their long-term academic and career objectives. Offer guidance on course selection, credit transfer, and academic progress tracking. Career Counseling: Provide career exploration and guidance to students, helping them identify their strengths, interests, and career aspirations. Offer resources and support for career planning, job search strategies, resume writing, and interview preparation. Personal Counseling: Offer counseling and support to students facing personal challenges, emotional difficulties, or mental health concerns. Provide a safe and confidential space for students to discuss their feelings, concerns, and experiences. Crisis Intervention: Respond to crises and emergencies affecting students, such as academic difficulties, family issues, relationship problems, or mental health crises. Provide immediate support, referrals, and resources for students in crisis situations. Student Advocacy: Serve as an advocate for students, representing their interests and concerns to faculty, staff, and administrators. Help students navigate institutional policies, procedures, and resources to address their needs and concerns. Resource Referral: Connect students with appropriate resources and support services both on and off campus, including academic support centers, counseling services, health services, financial aid offices, and community organizations. Advising and Mentoring: Provide one-on-one advising and mentoring to students, offering guidance, encouragement, and support as they navigate their academic and personal journeys. Help students set goals, develop action plans, and monitor progress towards their objectives. Student Development Programs: Develop and implement student development programs, workshops, and seminars on topics such as study skills, time management, stress management, leadership development, and diversity awareness. Cultural Competence: Cultivate cultural competence and sensitivity in working with diverse student populations, recognizing and respecting differences in background, identity, and lived experiences. Data Collection and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of student interactions, counseling sessions, and outcomes. Compile data and generate reports on student needs, trends, and outcomes to inform program planning and evaluation. Professional Development: Stay informed about current trends, best practices, and ethical standards in student counseling and higher education. Participate in professional development activities, workshops, and conferences to enhance counseling skills and knowledge.