Child Guidance Counselor Career

*A job as a Child Guidance Counselor falls under the broader career category of Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors : Advise and assist students and provide educational and vocational guidance services.


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Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisor Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$57,620

Median Hourly Wage

$27.70*

Total Employed Nationally

260,670


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.