Educational, Vocational, and School Counselors - Counsel individuals and provide group educational and vocational guidance services.
The national average annual salary for this occupation is $55,970 per year. Nationally, the average hourly wage for this occupation is $26.91.
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| Area | Entry Wage | Average Wage | Experienced Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Annual | $55,970 | ||
| National Hourly | $26.91 | ||
| Statewide Annual | - | - | - |
| Statewide Hourly | - | - | - |
| Metro Areas | |||
| Albuquerque Annual | $31,916 | $59,266 | $72,941 |
| Hourly | $15.34 | $28.49 | $35.07 |
| Farmington Annual | - | - | - |
| Hourly | - | - | - |
| Las Cruces Annual | $52,036 | $70,630 | $79,927 |
| Hourly | $25.02 | $33.96 | $38.43 |
| Santa Fe Annual | $30,705 | $45,286 | $52,576 |
| Hourly | $14.76 | $21.77 | $25.28 |
| Regions | |||
| Central Annual | $31,916 | $59,266 | $72,941 |
| Hourly | $15.34 | $28.49 | $35.07 |
| Eastern Annual | - | - | - |
| Hourly | - | - | - |
| Northern Annual | $33,174 | $49,646 | $57,882 |
| Hourly | $15.95 | $23.87 | $27.83 |
| Southwestern Annual | $46,363 | $64,896 | $74,163 |
| Hourly | $22.29 | $31.20 | $35.66 |
A dash '-' indicates that information is not available for this occupation or area.
Metro Areas refer to Metropolitan Statistical Areas.
Regions refer to Workforce Investment Areas.
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Information displayed represents annual 2010 wages.
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New Mexico
2008 to 2018
In 2008 there were about 1,500 workers in this occupation in New Mexico. The Department of Workforce Solutions estimates that by 2018 this number will have no growth by about 23 percent and an estmated 1,840 will be employed in this occupation. Compared to other occupations, employment growth in this occupation is growing about average. Job opportunities are good or favorable, as there should be about 34 openings each year for workers in this occupation.
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| Area | Estimated Employment 2008 | Projected Employment 2018 | Annual Percent Change | Total Annual Average Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 1,500 | 1,840 | 2.07% | 34 |
| + Metro Areas | ||||
| Albuquerque | 530 | 610 | 1.44% | 8 |
| Farmington | - | - | - | - |
| Las Cruces | 130 | 160 | 2.27% | 3 |
| Santa Fe | 100 | 140 | 2.84% | 3 |
| + Regions | ||||
| Central | 530 | 610 | 1.44% | 8 |
| Eastern | 230 | 250 | 0.76% | 2 |
| Northern | 480 | 540 | 1.23% | 6 |
| Southwestern | 250 | 310 | 2.02% | 6 |
A dash '-' indicates that information is not available for this occupation or area.
Metro Areas refer to Metropolitan Statistical Areas.
Regions refer to Workforce Investment Areas.
Educational, Vocational, and School Counselors usually need Master's Degree.
| Education Level | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | 78% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 10% |
| Post-Master's Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Master's degree, but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees at the doctoral level. | 5% |
| Doctoral Degree | 2% |
| Some College Courses | 2% |
| First Professional Degree - awarded for completion of a program that: requires at least 2 years of college work before entrance into the program, includes a total of at least 6 academic years of work to complete, and provides all remaining academic requirements to begin practice in a profession | 2% |
| Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Baccalaureate degree, but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees carrying the title of Master. | 1% |
| Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades) | 1% |
| Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree) | 1% |
| Post-Doctoral Training | 0% |
Information based on O*NET data and is the result of a national survey.
Use this list to find educational opportunities for this occupation. Contact the specific schools directly to find out application requirements and program availability.
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| + American Public University System-Hollom | ||
|---|---|---|
| Website:http://www.amu.apus.edu/index.htm | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Master's Degree | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + Eastern New Mexico University - Main Campus | ||
| Website:http://www.enmu.edu | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Master's Degree | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + New Mexico Highlands University | ||
| Website:http://www.nmhu.edu | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Master's Degree | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + New Mexico Highlands University -Espanola | ||
| Website:http://www.nmhu.edu/statewidecenters/espanola/index.aspx | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Master's Degree | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + New Mexico Highlands University -Farmington | ||
| Website:http://www.nmhu.edu/statewidecenters/farmington/index.aspx | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Master's Degree | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + New Mexico Highlands University -Raton | ||
| Website:http://www.nmhu.edu/statewidecenters/raton/index.aspx | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Master's Degree | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + New Mexico Highlands University -Rio Rancho | ||
| Website:http://www.nmhu.edu/statewidecenters/riorancho/index.aspx | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Master's Degree | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + New Mexico Highlands University -Roswell | ||
| Website:http://www.nmhu.edu/statewidecenters/roswell/index.aspx | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Master's Degree | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + New Mexico Highlands University -Santa Fe | ||
| Website:http://www.nmhu.edu/statewidecenters/santafe/index.aspx | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Master's Degree | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + New Mexico State University main campus(NMSU) | ||
| Website:http://www.nmsu.edu | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Doctor's Degrees | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| Master's Degree | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + Southwestern College | ||
| Website:http://www.swc.edu | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; 2-4yrs. | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + University of New Mexico Main Campus-UNM | ||
| Website:http://www.unm.edu | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Master's Degree | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + UNM School of Continuing Education | ||
| Website:http://dce.unm.edu/ | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; < 1 yr. | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
| + Western New Mexico University | ||
| Website:http://www.wnmu.edu/ | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Master's Degree | Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
This list is updated once a year and is compiled from the NM Department of Higher Education and other sources.
| License Title | Contact | Year | Number issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instructional Support Providers | NM Public Education Department - Professional Licensure Bureau 300 Don Gaspar, Santa Fe, NM 87501 (505) 582-5821 www.ped.state.nm.us/Licensure/ | 2010 |
Other available certificates or credentials may also be desirable. Additional local licenses or permits may be required, and individual businesses may have specific employment requirements. Licensing information is collected through a variety of New Mexico-based resources and does NOT include federal licensing requirements.
| Applied Mathematics | Applied Technology | Listening | Locating Information | Obersvation | Reading for Information | Teamwork | Writing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
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| Industry | Percent of Employed |
|---|---|
| Ambulatory Health Care Services | * |
| Educational Services | 77.6% |
| Nursing and Residential Care Facilities | * |
| Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Org | * |
| Self-Employed Workers, Primary Job | 5.5% |
| Social Assistance | 7.6% |
* Data is confidential.
Source: NMDWS, Economic Research and Analysis Bureau
- Academic Advisement Director
- Academic Adviser
- Academic Advising Director
- Academic Advisor
- Academic Coordinator
- Academic Counselor
- Admissions Advisor
- Admissions Counselor
- Admissions Director
- Adolescent Counselor
- Adult Education Teacher
- Adult School Counselor
- Adviser
- Advisor
- Articulation Officer
- Assessment Coordinator
- Assessment Specialist
- Career Advisor
- Career Center Director
- Career Coach
- Career Consultant
- Career Coordinator
- Career Counselor
- Career Developer
- Career Development Consultant
- Career Development Counselor
- Career Development Director
- Career Development Facilitator
- Career Development Specialist
- Career Guidance Counselor
- Career Services Coordinator
- Career Services Director
- Career Technical Counselor
- Career Transition Specialist
- Child Guidance Counselor
- College Counselor
- College Recruiter
- Comprehensive Advisor
- Cooperative Education Director
- Counseling Department Chair
- Counseling Director
- Counselor
- Counselor, Nurses' Association
- Curriculum Counselor
- Dean
- Dean of Student Services
- Dean of Students
- Director Career Services
- Director of Counseling
- Director of Guidance
- Director of Guidance in Public Schools
- Director of Vocational Guidance
- Disability Services Coordinator
- Education Counselor
- Educational Adviser
- Educational Advisor
- Educational Director
- Educator
- Elementary School Counselor
- Employment Case Manager
- Employment Coach
- Employment Coordinator
- Employment Counselor
- Employment Trainer
- Employment Training Specialist
- Enrollment Counselor
- Extension Course Counselor
- Financial Aid Counselor
- Financial Aid Director
- Foreign Student Adviser
- Future Farmers of America Advisor (FFA Advisor)
- Girls' Adviser, Counselor or Worker
- Guidance Adviser
- Guidance Counselor
- Guidance Director
- Guidance Services Coordinator
- High School Counselor
- High School Guidance Counselor
- Housing and Residence Life Director
- International Student Counselor
- Internship Coordinator
- Job Coach
- Job Developer
- Job Placement Counselor
- Life Skills Coach
- Mental Health Counselor
- Outplacement Consultant
- Placement Coordinator
- Placement Director
- Professor
- Pupil Personnel Worker
- Registrar
- Residence Counselor
- Resident Hall Director
- Resume Writer
- School Adjustment Counselor
- School Counselor
- School Guidance Counselor
- School Psychologist
- Student Advisor
- Student Affairs Dean
- Student Development Advisor
- Student Development Specialist
- Student Life Coordinator
- Student Services Advisor
- Student Services Coordinator
- Student Services Counselor
- Student Services Dean
- Student Services Director
- Student Success Counselor
- Student Support Counselor
- Student Support Services Director
- Students Okay Without Drugs and Alcohol Counselor (SODA Counselor)
- Study Abroad Advisor
- Supervisor, Counselor
- Supervisor, Special Services
- Supervisor, Vocational Rehabilitation
- Teacher
- Teacher Advisor
- Teacher Counselor
- Transition Specialist
- Tutor Coordinator
- Veterans Contact Representative
- Vocational Adviser
- Vocational Counselor
- Vocational Director
- Vocational Evaluator
- Vocational Examiner
- Vocational Guidance Counselor
- Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor