Which major do I need to become a HS academic advisor?

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<p>Not sure if this is in the right forum...</p>

<p>I want to pursue the career path of becoming a high school academic advisor. What major would I need to go about that? And is a Master's needed?</p>

<p>Thank you.</p>

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<p>Generally a Master’s in School Counseling. It depends on the state you want to work in, and a 4-year degree with a teaching certificate is enough in some states.</p>

<p>[State</a> Certification Requirements - American School Counselor Association](<a href=“http://www.schoolcounselor.org/content.asp?contentid=242]State”>http://www.schoolcounselor.org/content.asp?contentid=242)</p>

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<p>Allyphoe, thank you so much!</p>

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<p>As far as majors for your undergrad, though, a lot of things can qualify: Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, English, Women’s Studies, Religious Studies, Africana Studies… so many things! Each master’s program has their own req’s, though, so you should look into it-- some, for example, will want you to take Intro Psych, Developmental Psych, Psych Stats, etc.</p>