Career Counsellor
15AI EXPOSURE TODAY15
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST45%
NOT A FORECAST45%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYA
STARTING PAY£22,000 - £28,000
RELATIONAL MOATPeople want a real person for this. That preference is the protection.
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Career Counsellor
As a Career Counselor, you play a pivotal role in shaping the futures of individuals by guiding them through their career choices, helping them discover their passions, and equipping them with the tools to succeed in a competitive job market. Your expertise not only impacts personal lives but also contributes to the broader economic landscape of the UK, fostering a skilled workforce ready to meet the demands of tomorrow.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
This job holds up well against AI
AI exposure today is low on our index (15), and people want a real person for this. That preference is the protection. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Career CounselorIn an entry-level role, you will assist experienced counselors in providing support to clients, conducting initial assessments, and helping to organise career workshops.£22,000 - £28,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level Career CounselorAt this stage, you will independently manage a caseload of clients, providing comprehensive career guidance and developing tailored programmes.£30,000 - £40,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Career Counselor/Head of Career ServicesIn a senior role, you will oversee career services, develop strategic initiatives, and lead a team of counselors to enhance client support and outcomes.£50,000+
The degree route
Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Physical Education and School SportSheffield Hallam University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Primary Education 3-7 years (Lpr)York St John University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Primary Education with QTSUniversity of Sunderland · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Primary Teacher Education (Campus-Based)Global Banking School Limited · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Degree subjects that lead this way
Courses in this career's subject area, from the same register that priced the degree above. Subject-matched, not a guaranteed qualifying route: check each course's own entry requirements and any professional accreditation before you rely on it.
Physical EducationUniversity of Edinburgh · DegreePhysical Education and School SportSheffield Hallam University · DegreePrimary Education 3-7 years (Lpr)York St John University · DegreePrimary Education with QTSUniversity of Sunderland · DegreePrimary Teacher Education (Campus-Based)Global Banking School Limited · DegreeEducationQahe (Lm) Limited · Degree