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How to Become a School Counselor

In order to become a school counselor, a bachelor's degree must be obtained by the candidate.  A master's degree in school counseling must also be pursued.  PIcking a graduate school, studying for the GRE test, and meeting the American School Counselor Assoc. state requirements are not easy tasks.  Here are a list of websites that will make the transition to educational counselor smooth.

Find a graduate school in your area and learn more about your school of choice.   http://www.gradschools.com/Subject/School-Counseling/127.html


The GRE test is required to be taken by students upon admission into most graduate programs.  Dissolve questions and apprehensions about the text.  http://www.syvum.com/gre/tips.html

Test-taking tips and techniques http://gradschool.about.com/CS/aboutthegre/f/

American School Counselor Association: State Certification Requirements  http://www.schoolcounselor.org/content.asp?contentid=242

Possible interview questions that could be asked during Graduate School interviews http://www.schoolcounselor.com/resources/interview.htm