Vocational Counselor
Vocational Counselors help individuals make career decisions by assessing their skills, interests, and abilities and providing guidance on education and employment options. A bachelor's degree is required under USMCA.
GeneralLow Demand$45,000–$70,000/yr
Education & Credentials
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree
Qualifying Degrees
- Counseling
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Psychology
- Education
Common Job Titles
Vocational CounselorCareer CounselorGuidance Counselor
Common Denial Reasons
- Degree is unrelated to counseling or psychology
- Role is recruitment or staffing rather than vocational counseling
- Job duties don't involve professional career assessment and guidance
Employer Letter Tips
- Detail vocational counseling duties including assessment and guidance
- Reference the applicant's counseling or psychology degree
- Distinguish from recruitment, staffing, or HR roles
Last updated: April 2026