Career Counselling For Students

Choosing a career is a big deal. It shapes our work life and plays a huge part in how happy we feel. With so many jobs out there, and everyone from friends to parents weighing in with their opinions, it's no surprise that a lot of us feel lost. This is where career counsellors come into the picture. Think of them like knowledgeable pals who know the ins and outs of careers. They are great at listening and figuring out what you are good at and what you like. They help shine a light on the best paths for you. Working with one is like having a chat with someone who gets you, helping you find your way and choose a path that feels right for you.

What is Career Counselling?

Career counselling is like having a chat about what job or career might be a good fit for you. It's like teaming up with a coach or counsellor to figure out what you're good at and what you enjoy doing. They use have career assessment tools to help you spot your strengths and interests. Then, they show you career paths where you'll likely shine and be happy. Think of it as matching your natural skills with careers that will make you feel fulfilled and content. It's all about finding that sweet spot where you feel happy in your career!

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Importance Of Career Counselling

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By interacting with a career counsellor, individuals can really figure out what they are good at and what they love doing. It's like having a buddy to help you find the right career path! Through this process, they benefit from:

  • - Exploring various industries and professions to make informed career choices.
  • - Considering educational opportunities that align with one's career goals.
  • - Understanding the job market trends and adapting their career strategies accordingly.

Benefits of taking career counselling

  • Clarity and Direction: Career counselling helps individuals gain a better understanding of their strengths and interests, guiding them towards a appropriate career paths.
  • Informed Decisions: It empowers individuals with the knowledge needed to make informed career choices based on their goals.
  • Expanding Opportunities: Career counselling explores a wide range of career options, opening doors to previously unconsidered options.
  • Maximising Potential: It assists individuals in realising and leveraging their full potential, optimising their career success.
  • Overcoming Challenges: Career counselling equips individuals with strategies to overcome career-related challenges.
  • Personal Growth: It fosters personal development and self-awareness, promoting holistic growth beyond just career advancement.
  • Job Satisfaction: By aligning career choices with personal values and interests, it enhances overall well-being.
  • Adaptation to Changes: Career counselling helps individuals adapt to evolving job markets and changing circumstances through effective career planning.
  • Building Confidence: It empowers individuals with the assurance to pursue and succeed in their chosen career.
  • Lifelong Skills: It imparts skills for ongoing career management, ensuring individuals can adapt to future challenges and opportunities.

What can I expect from a counsellor?

  • Self discovery about education and career: A counsellor guides you through a journey of self-discovery regarding your educational and career path.
  • Provide a listener who helps to organise thoughts: They offer a listening ear, helping you to clarify and organise your thoughts.
  • Assess interests, skills, and aspirations: They evaluate your interests, skills, and aspirations to provide tailored guidance.
  • Helps find relevant career info: They assist in sourcing and presenting the relevant career information that matches your profile.
  • Formulates a plan and actionable steps for you: They work with you to devise a plan and establish actionable steps to achieve your goals.
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Often we mistake our interests for our strengths or base career decisions purely on logic or passion. I am here to help you figure out what's the perfect middle ground that benefits you the most and sets you up for success.

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FAQs

In the initial counselling session, we will conduct a basic psychometric test to discover your likes and dislikes. We will be evaluating your profile, guiding you through a career mapping plan, and profile-building strategies. Additionally, we will be providing you with preliminary Information about Universities and Courses in India and abroad considering your specific preferences.

In the initial counselling session, we will provide you with a brief overview of the universities that are suitable for your profile. However, a detailed list of universities will be provided after you enrol for our full study abroad counselling packages after in-depth research for your specific profile.

We recommend that you give the basic career survey test that is a part of the initial counselling session first. This test will assist us in providing you with the career options that you could consider. Alternatively, you could go in for the in-depth psychometric tests namely MBTI, Strong, and DAT. These tests will help you understand your personality, what comes naturally to you, and what your strengths and weaknesses are. 

Based on your profile and the basic career survey test, Dr. Gupta will suggest career path options that you should follow. This includes the different ways in which you can enhance your profile e.g. the extracurricular activities that you could undertake, the ideal time to start your preparation, the standardized tests you need to give, the future career prospects of different fields, etc. Adopting a holistic approach, Dr. Gupta will mentor you to achieve your dreams.

The earlier, the better. Anyone who is sincerely considering any career prospect can find Dr. Gupta’s advice insightful. Students from the 6th grade onwards can go in for our Student Mentorship Program. The purpose of our program is to enhance the existing knowledge and skills of students from a young age. Through this program, students will gain insight into Career Guidance, Profile Building, Skill Development, Mindfulness & Wellness, and Psychometric Testing. Dr. Gupta’s mentorship assists students to gain clarity and focus in all aspects of their lives enabling them to make informed decisions. Alternatively, students can explore career counselling from the 10th or 11th grade. 

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