School Social Work vs. Guidance Counselor: Key Differences!
Ever wonder what the real difference is between a school social worker and a guidance counselor? 🎓💬
They might both work in schools, but the roles are very different.
📚 Guidance counselors help students pick classes, plan for graduation, and transition through school phases. It’s academic-focused — not clinical.
👩🏽🏫 School social workers, on the other hand, are doing emotional support work: helping students manage anger, build coping skills, and stay regulated so they can succeed in the classroom.
And while you can work in a school setting without being a school social worker (like in afterschool programs), knowing these differences matters — especially if you’re planning your career and wondering which path is best for you #SchoolSocialWork #GuidanceCounselor #Education #SocialEmotionalLearning #StudentSupport #Counseling #MentalHealth #EducationalPsychology #CareerGuidance #StudentSuccess
