THE NATIONAL STANDARDS FOR SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAMS
Academic Development
Standard A Students will acquire the attitudes, knowledge, and skills that contribute to effective learning in school and across the life span.
Standard B Students will complete school with the academic preparation essential to choose from a wide range of substantial post-secondary options, including college.
Standard C Students will understand the relationship of academics to the world of work, and to life at home and in the community.
Career Development Standard A Students will acquire the skills to investigate the world of work in relation to knowledge of self and to make informed career decisions.
Standard B Students will employ strategies to achieve future career success and satisfaction.
Standard C Students will understand the relationship between personal qualities, education and training, and the world of work.
Personal/Social Development Standard A Students will acquire the attitudes, knowledge, and inter-personal skills to help them understand and respect self and others.
Standard B Students will make decisions, set goals, and take necessary action to achieve goals.
Standard C Students will understand safety and survival skills.
