Preview Questions Guidance Counselor | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: What is the role of self-assessment in career development guidance for students?

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It forces students to pursue only the most prestigious careers based on their academic achievements

It helps students avoid pursuing careers that are not popular in the job market

It helps students identify their strengths, weaknesses, values, and interests to align with potential careers

It ensures that students are pushed into fields that are currently in demand

Question 2: What is the role of non-verbal communication in active listening during a student's emotional disclosure?

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It diminishes the student's ability to express themselves freely

It distracts the student and may create barriers in communication

It enhances the understanding of the student's emotional state and encourages openness

It should be minimized to avoid misunderstandings

Question 3: How do you ensure that students with mental health challenges, such as anxiety or depression, receive comprehensive support while balancing academic demands?

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By focusing only on academic performance and neglecting mental health needs

By assuming that mental health challenges will resolve on their own without intervention

By collaborating with mental health professionals, offering counseling, and providing accommodations to reduce academic stress

By providing emotional support without addressing academic challenges

Question 4: How do you handle situations where the student's concerns seem outside your professional expertise, while still maintaining active listening and providing support?

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By directing the student to resources without listening to their emotional concerns

By assuming you can solve the issue yourself without referral

By listening attentively, acknowledging their concerns, and referring them to the appropriate specialist while offering ongoing emotional support

By focusing only on academic advice and neglecting emotional needs

Question 5: How do you integrate experiential learning opportunities, such as internships or volunteer work, into career guidance, particularly for students with limited professional exposure?

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By assuming that academic performance alone is sufficient for career readiness

By focusing only on academic achievements without encouraging real-world experiences

By encouraging internships, co-ops, and volunteer opportunities as part of career exploration, and assisting with placements

By neglecting to consider hands-on experience and focusing solely on classroom learning

Question 6: What is the best way for a guidance counselor to handle a situation where a student is experiencing a crisis?

Which action should you take?

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Encouraging the student to handle the crisis independently and offering advice at a later time

Immediately referring the student to academic advisors instead of addressing emotional needs

Waiting for the student to reach out to the counselor after the crisis is over

Providing immediate support, contacting necessary resources (e.g., counseling, emergency services), and following up