"Changed Impressions"

Guidance Counselors wear many hats. From the beginning of their profession, a guidance counselor's focus has always been in the best interest of the child.  Through the progression of time, their responsibilities and focus grew from making sure work environments were safe for children to making sure all aspects of the child developmental process from home life through peer social interactions and college and career preparations are in order.  The guidance counselor has to make sure that they are aware of the latest trends that can affect a child's growth in the class room as well as any changes that may occur in that child's home environment that may keep the child from excelling.  The guidance counselor in most cases may be the first line of defense or offense for some students.  Therefore, the educational requirements for the counselor has psychology courses that help them recognize things/characteristic changes that may come when a child is faced with challenging circumstances in their lives.