In this article, we will cover the importance of Career counseling for students & how LPC plays an important role in providing the best of career counseling to the students.
Career counselling in schools plays a very critical role in shaping the future of students. During their academic tenure, students experience the best of education & look forward to a shining career. With the increasing variety of career options, it is vital for educators and counselors to provide effective guidance that helps students understand their interests, skills and potential career paths. Lets explore the various options point to point & understand the benefits of career counselling, its importance, common perceptions, and the myths surrounding it. By highlighting key components and effective strategies for implementation, we aim to underscore the value of career counselling as a pivotal resource for students, educators, and parents alike, ensuring that young people are well-prepared to make informed decisions about their futures.
At The Lucknow Public Collegiate, we believe that informed choices build strong careers. Our dedicated Career Guidance Cell regularly apprises students about the latest admission updates of various Careers, Colleges, Government and Self-financed college fee structures and scholarship opportunities.
The Lucknow Public Collegiate is also inviting esteemed Career Experts from outside to guide and mentor our students. Their insights helps our students to explore the right career paths with clarity and confidence.
To inspire and motivate our counselling session also feature interviews with The Lucknow Public Collegiate Alumni who have excelled in diverse fields offering real-world insights and encouragement to our students. Through this holistic approach we aim to empower each learner to make confident, well informed career decisions aligned with their aspirations.
Table of Contents
Introduction to Career Counselling in Schools
Definition and Purpose of Career Counselling
Ever used a GPS to navigate different route options while travelling? Well Career counseling acts similarly & helps students navigate the various roads of career options, academic paths, & explore their potential aspirations.
In its literal meaning, career counselling basically is the process of empowering students to understand & utilize their skills, interests and values to make solid decisions for their future. Another way to understand is like receiving a ticket for a giant sports arena or a huge concert where you have the options of choosing the right sport or songs to perform as per your interests. Let’s replace these songs with potential careers and different fields of study & treat yourself as the star of the stage.
The Importance of Career Counselling for Students
Academic Guidance & Exposure to various Career Options
In today’s dynamic world where technology & mindset is changing at a rapid speed,It is very crucial for students to receive guidance on how their academic choices align with their career goals. Here comes the role of a good school & their counselors who help these students & provide them with various career options which are at par with their interests & skills. With the right guidance, students can easily explore various pathways, navigate through different career options and discover their true passion. This becomes a hassle free journey without feeling like they’re stuck in the endless scroll of job listings.
Enhancing & Enriching Self-Awareness
Rightly said that Career counselling is just not a piece of a random cake but it is also about which cake will suit my taste buds. This is the art of self-discovery. Right counselling helps students explore those options which were not in their mind or were untouched. With various options to choose, students feel sorted & take interest in analysing each & every aspect on their own. Moreover, with the help of the internet & other tools they can do self analysis of what all options are most suited for them to make a successful career.
Personality Development
Career Counselling not only provides a wide spectrum of career options but also helps students in their personality development. It encourages students to reflect on their strengths, weaknesses, and values. Students can easily assess their capacity & capability of performing the best job they choose. Knowing oneself can boost confidence and lead to better life choices.
Main Elements of Effective Career Counselling
Customised Career Plans
As we all know that every student is special & blessed with unique individual talents. Having said that, how can a generic career counselling plan benefit students? For this, an effective tailored made, customised and effective career counselling can undoubtedly recognize that talent & can provide suggestions based on personal interests, skills, and goals, allowing students to carve their own paths. To understand this in an easy manner, it’s like creating your own playlist of songs rather than listening to every song which gets played randomly.
Use of Assessment Tools and Techniques
Choosing the same career can never be possible for every student. One standard size does not fit all when it comes to career paths, and that’s where assessment tools come into play. Some important tools to make the process simple & result oriented are Career assessments, personality tests, and interest inventories. These tools act like the appetizer sampler of career counselling. With the help of these tools, students can identify the option to tick, also at times helping them with those options which they may have never considered.
The Duo Power- Ultimate collaboration with Teachers and Parents
Career counselling yields best results where we have the perfect collaboration among teachers, parents, and counselors. An open detailed discussion done on the pros & cons of various options ensures that everyone is thinking on the same aspect which allows a more cohesive approach to a student’s career journey. Remember, teamwork always results in better results.
Myths about Career Counselling
Career Counselling is meant exclusively for students with Academic Struggles / Challenges
A strong NO to this point. Career counselling is not just for students who are weak in studies or are unable to take decisions on their own, instead it is a guiding force to show the various paths which lead to success. Mind it, every student, irrespective of his / her academic performance, can take the advantage of navigating the ocean of career & jobs options from career counselling. Career counselling not only guides but also is an effective tool to explore potential and build a roadmap for success.
Restricts Career Choices
A common myth with career counselling is that it restricts students to a single path & forces them to choose options within the prescribed format. Don’t worry, Career counselling is not just a one-way ticket to a predetermined path but it opens up a treasure chest of options, guiding students to discover newer options which due to any reason were not a part of student’s thought process and they might have overlooked. It is more of finding a new tunnel after a dead end.
Termed as a One Day Event
Stop ! Think before you move. Career Counselling is not just a single time event where you discuss & close the chapter. In this ever changing world with rich dynamics it is very important to keep looking for updated options as per your interests, likes & skills. Career paths are never easy as they look. As students grow and evolve they develop new interests & set wider goals in life. We need to pump in continuous sessions with the counsellors in order to remain updated with the present happenings to keep aspirations aligned with personal growth.
Major Benefits of Career Counselling for Students & Teachers
Improving academic performance
Career Counselling not only helps in selecting the right career option or finding the perfect job but it also helps in improving academic performance. While navigating the best options as per their present education level, students are able to understand how their studies relate to their future careers & what more levels are required to reach the desired goal. This helps teachers to gently guide students to follow the exact path of success they are running for.
Adapting & Accepting Career options and Employability
With the right guidance, students can make them career-ready. These sessions help them to develop & enhance their skills & knowledge which are required to compete for these crucial job opportunities. Through different workshops & internships, students not only get exposed to the in & outs of jobs but also learn the art of sustaining them. Teachers can foresee these future leaders & act accordingly in shaping their career as per their aspirations.
Support for Mental Health and Well-being
A healthy mind grabs better knowledge & delivers extended productivity. Career counselling also provides support that helps students navigate this stress. Common problems like anxiety, fear of losing the battle, introverted behaviour etc can be relieved. Teachers experience better productivity & good results.
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The Lucknow Public Collegiate Jopling road is the leading educational platform for career counselling along with academics in Lucknow. The sessions, tailored for different age groups , are arranged by our experienced career counsellor and industry professionals who constantly provide valuable insights into diverse career options on a regular basis.
PERCEPTION OF CAREER COUNSELLING AT LPC
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ALMA MATER FEEDBACK: VOICES FROM OUR SCHOOL COMMUNIT
Name: Mohd. Walee Mustafa
• Education: Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science
(Northern India Engineering College), Master of Business Administration, Finance (Vancouver Island University).
Designation: Project Manager, Techno-functional Analyst (Dr. Peter Center, Vancouver, Canada) Batch: 2010
Message for my Alma Mater:
I find myself fortunate enough to be a part of the LPC family, and I say family because that’s what it has been to me. At LPC, I made friends and gained experiences that became a part of who I am today. The school years were definitely one of the best years of my life. I wish the LPC family nothing but success and may you all thrive wherever you are.
Name: Dr Shweta Kanojia
• Education: Bachelor of Dental Surgery
• Profession: Dental Surgeon ⚫ Batch: 2010
Message for my Alma Mater:
My school days were unforgettable and in fact those days were the most happiest & fruitful days in my life. Being an”Ipecian” makes me feel proud. My experience in LPC was just amazing.
I got infinite love & lessons from my teachers, my teachers made me “Work Hard” for the way to success. I miss those days of LPC. I just want to thank all the teachers. I am honoured to be a part of LPC.
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Arushi Kesarwani
Name : Arushi Kesarwani
Educational : Master IIT
Qualification Kharagpur
Designation : Software Engineer at Facebook London
Batch : 2011
Message for my Alma Mater: Thank you for shaping the crucial years of my childhood in the right direction.
My schooling built the solid foundation for my career onwards, groomed my personality with multiple Colors.
Dr. Shabana Khan
Educational : BUMS
Qualification (Hamdard University)
Designation : Medical Officer (AYUSH) J&K Health Services
Batch : 1990
Message for my Alma Mater: I feel so proud and fortunate that I have been a part of the journey of LPC since its inception. I have seen it grow from an idea to a beautiful reality. LPC gave me the confidence to deal with adversities, to face the world, to face the challenges of life. I wish my Alma-Mater all the success.
Strategies for Implementing Career Counselling in Schools
- Schools need to develop a well structured counselling program that encompasses all the key elements of effective counselling.
- Schools can leverage various online & offline tools & resources to make the program easy & engaging for students. Be it the online sessions or offline education fairs, seminars, schools must ensure that these events are happening during regular intervals to create a need & interest among the students.
- Schools must ensure that teachers are well trained & equipped with latest market knowledge for effective counselling. Remember a knowledgeable guide takes less time to reach the destination.
- Schools must include parents as a part of counselling programs as they are the main influencers in the lives of the students. This will create uniformity & collaboration & can act as a bridge between the student & the school thus making the process easier & adaptive.
- Invest more in strategies, plans & learning materials to create an effective eco system of career counselling.
Conclusion
Through this article, we are sure that students, teachers & parents can very well understand that career counselling in schools is a vital component of a well-rounded education. A systematic, well composed & effectively executed plan can guide students through the often confusing landscape of academic and career choices. It also acts as a supplement for enhancing self-awareness and personality development. Keeping in mind the major benefits & importance of career counselling, schools can help students shape their career in the most suitable way they are striving for. By exposing & clarifying the common myths, educators can encourage & stimulate knowledgeable, skilled, focused & confident individuals who are future ready & are capable of emerging as responsible & worthy citizens & can equally contribute to the nation’s economy with their skills & talent.