Counsellor - job market

In your career as a counsellor, you’ll use your skills in communication, active listening and empathy to help people learn about themselves and address issues in their lives. Read on to find out more about working as a counsellor, what you might do day-to-day and how you can qualify.

See what opportunities are out there below.

icon

Who are the top employers of counsellors?

You can find employment as a counsellor in a variety of different organisations and settings.

Other types of employers could include:
  • Counselling practices
  • Telephone or online help services
  • Human resources departments in large organisations
  • Schools, colleges and universities
  • Voluntary and charity organisations
  • Health practices such as hospitals and community groups
  • Youth services and children's centres
  • Faith-based organisations

Find your perfect career

Use our Career Matcher to see which industries and roles align best with your interests.