School counselors are expected to perform numerous functions, provide many services and additionally be accountable for what they undertake. As a result of all the energy expended in providing services, there is an inadequacy in the counselor's own evaluation of what they do. This leads to lower quality service, innappropriate use of resources,…

The author seeks to broaden the definition of "work" and applies that definition to career education. Suggestions are made about ways career education can be applied in schools and how those applications should change the role of the counselor. Presented at All Ohio School Counselors Association, Columbus, September 1974. (EJT)

This information analysis paper, based on a search of the ERIC data base, presents an in-depth analysis of current topics in group guidance. A variety of group guidance models are discussed, then issues and trends resulting from their implementation are analyzed. Implications are stated for further development of group approaches to guidance…

The author maintains that career guidance in Canadian schools is too narrowly focused on preparing youth for their role as workers. He suggests a more developmental approach, starting in the early elementary grades. (Author/HMV)

Describes a secondary school approach to career education which the authors feel is consistent with the decision-making processes through which students go. (Author)

The authors feel that military recruiting should not be permitted in schools. Counselors should help students who consider enlisting look at the positive and negative aspects of military life as well as legal contractual obligations. (Author/HLM)

Presents recommendations for developing the content of career development activities in secondary schools, including basic academic skills, occupational skills, job-seeking skills, world of work knowledge, and work values. Also presents recommendations to improve the delivery of career development activities in secondary schools and discusses the…

Proposes a model for school-based parent conferences which are change-focused and developed from the principles of family and behavior therapy. Argues that a series of intermittent parent conferences across the school year can provide significant therapeutic impact. (LLL)

Discusses techniques school counselors can use in identifying high school students with learning disabilities and presents the counselors' role in helping students develop time management skills. Six elements of scheduling are presented. A learning disability checklist is included. (BL)

Focuses on the developmental and performance capacities of middle grade students, ages 9 through 13. Eight tasks are described as unique to this age range. Implications for counselors are given. (BL)

Reviews court cases dealing with abortion and the counselor's legal responsibility to both the student and parents. Provides practical recommendations on abortion counseling with minors and suggests that counselors urge minors to discuss abortion plans with parents. Counselor should consider local mores and be knowledgeable about appropriate…

Discusses the role of secondary school counselors and college admissions officers in counseling college bound students. Stresses the importance of diplomacy and cooperation in working for the best interests of the student while addressing parent and institutional concerns. (JAC)

Presents a multidimensional model for counselor education that incorporates a behavioral approach with accepted roles and places competencies in three distinct domains: 10 identifiable services performed by counselors, three functions performed by counselors, and three program training components commonly used in counselor education programs. (JAC)

Suggests that the unequal position of women in the labor force is a critical issue for guidance counselors. Counselors should encourage girls to try different areas and counteract stereotypes that both students and teachers have concerning education and careers for girls. (JAC)