Discover the skills and training needed for this occupation
Counsellors provide information on vocational, relationship, social and educational difficulties and issues, and work with people to help them to identify and define their emotional issues through therapies such as cognitive behaviour therapy, interpersonal therapy and other talking therapies.
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People employed in SAExplore by region
-1%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
114%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong
The skills that Counsellors need
Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
- Teamwork
- Planning and organising
- Initiative and innovation
- Digital engagement
- Writing
- Reading
- Learning
- Problem solving
- Oral communication
Where are people currently employed?
| Region | Employed | 1 Year Change | 5 Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|
RegionSouth Australia - South East | Employed148 | 1 Year Change8% | 5 Year Change103% |
RegionSouth Australia - Outback | Employed82 | 1 Year Change-4% | 5 Year Change67% |
RegionBarossa - Yorke - Mid North | Employed61 | 1 Year Change7% | 5 Year Change91% |
RegionAdelaide - West | Employed462 | 1 Year Change0% | 5 Year Change120% |
RegionAdelaide - South | Employed534 | 1 Year Change11% | 5 Year Change95% |
RegionAdelaide - North | Employed600 | 1 Year Change-11% | 5 Year Change170% |
RegionAdelaide - Central and Hills | Employed564 | 1 Year Change-3% | 5 Year Change98% |
Skills SA & National Skills Commission data | Skills SA |