Help people find direction with a Grad Cert of Education (Career Development and Counselling)

Help people find direction with a Grad Cert of Education (Career Development and Counselling)

Brand new jobs, increasingly outdated careers and ever-changing technologies: the world needs high-quality career guidance now more than ever. The fast developments in every industry and huge changes in the world of work mean that people of all age groups can’t keep up with potential career paths. As a result, career development and counselling are such rewarding fields to pursue, helping countless people discover the right path for them. Is it your dream job to help others discover theirs? We’ve gathered all the information on studying for a degree in Career Development and Counselling to help you determine if it suits your career goals. From job opportunities to exciting industry updates, it’s all here to help you. Let’s get into it.

Where could your career go?

Working in career development is a great choice for people who want to help others find their passion. From schools to universities to businesses, there’s a need for career advice and direction at every age and stage of life. Linking education to employment is a complex journey, so knowing how to help people make sense of this is an invaluable skill – and you can learn it with a Graduate Certificate of Education (Career Development and Counselling). Here are just some of the roles that you could work towards with this degree under your belt:

• Tertiary Careers Counsellor
• School Career Counsellor
• Career Counsellor – Private Practice
• Career Counsellor in Industry
• Academic Advisor
• Workforce Development Specialist

Because of the importance placed recently on work-life balance and getting a more fulfilling career, the next few years are going to bring a big focus on personalised career paths for young people, and reskilling for those already in the workforce. As a result, the number of jobs in employment counselling is predicted to grow by around 10% in the next 5 years. More people wanting the most satisfying work life for them equals more jobs for people like you.

Salaries in this sector can vary, but many jobs can earn upwards of $100,000 in corporate or higher education settings. And what’s more, salaries in these types of roles are expected to rise by 10-15% over the next decade thanks to the increasing focus on career coaching and development. So not only is it a great career to help other people’s professional growth, but it also brings a lot of opportunities for your future career. Win, win.

What’s new in Career Guidance and Counselling?

The ever-changing landscape of the workforce means that if you want a career in this field, you need to be up to date with the latest tech and trends. That way, you can give the most accurate and helpful advice to whoever asks for your help. You’ll learn it all through this master’s degree, but for now, here are three of the biggest recent updates in the career development industry:

• AI career assessment tools: Gone are the days of the vague, unhelpful career quizzes; AI is here to revolutionise skills assessments, providing data-driven insights to help match people with job roles that would be suited to them based on their skills and passions.

• Virtual counselling platforms: There’s been a big rise in the accessibility of remote career advice thanks to platforms connecting individuals to counsellors. For those in remote or under-served locations, this is a career-planning game changer.

• Reskilling and upskilling: Tech advancements mean that more and more jobs are becoming automated, so a lot of the workforce is having to reskill and consider new opportunities – and you could be the one to help them find the next great thing.

Study it online

Most of our postgraduate students are already working, so we know how important it is to give them a flexible study option when it comes to their degree. So, studying career development online is the perfect option for those who want to upskill in this area while staying in their current roles and keeping up their commitments. And even better? The online format of the degree makes way for some handy extra benefits: you’ll be experiencing first-hand the virtual tools and platforms that are likely to be used in your future career, and the content you learn from the course can be immediately applied to whatever job you’re in now. That’s your current and future work life improved.

Want to be at the forefront of this field? Starting career exploration early is vital in making the transition from education to employment easier – and people of every age need someone to guide them through this complex process. You could be the catalyst for people’s rewarding career journeys: all you have to do is go on one yourself. To start gaining the skills you need to turn aspirations into reality, study for a Graduate Certificate of Education (Career Development and Counselling).

Learn more about the QUT Online Graduate Certificate of Education (Career Development and Counselling) here.