School Counseling, MS: Career Outlook
Mentor the Next Generation
School counselors prepare elementary, middle, and high school students for postsecondary success by developing comprehensive programs that foster socioemotional development and career readiness. School counselors also provide individual and group counseling to students in need of assistance.
With a Master of Science in school counseling, you will impact the lives of students in public and private PreK-12 settings. Some individuals with a school counseling background also work as private practice therapists or college and career counselors.1
| Employment of school counselors is projected to grow 5% from 2022 through 20321 |
| About 26,600 openings for school counselors are projected each year, on average, over the decade.1 |
Schools are expected to hire more counselors to respond to the academic, developmental and career-planning needs of their students.1 |
Professional school counselors must hold a master’s degree and state certification to practice in the field. Scranton's master's program prepares students for certification in Pennsylvania.
Students have the opportunity to pursue additional credentials, such as the National Certified Counselor (NCC), National Certified School Counselor (NCSC), and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
School counselor:
$61,710/year1
Professional school counselors assist students with academic, career and social/emotional development. They also collaborate with school administrators to fulfill their school’s overall educational mission and work with the entire school community to develop and deliver comprehensive, results-based, Pre-K-12 programs designed to respond to the needs of all students.
College advisor:
$53,190/year1
College advisors help students choose a major or determine the jobs they are qualified for with their degrees. They may also teach students résumé writing, job search and interviewing techniques.
Additional roles for graduates of the program:
- Career Counselor
$60,140
Median annual salary1 - Mental Health Counselor
$49,710
Median annual salary2
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Program Outcomes:
When you complete this program, you will be able to:| Understand school environments and student attitudes and behaviors |
| Apply achievement strategies |
| Increase students' awareness, exploration and planning for postsecondary options |
| Implement comprehensive, data-driven school counseling programs |
| Foster community pride and involvement |
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