Fostering Continuity in College and Career Counseling K–12: Training and Perceived Confidence Between K–8 and High School Counselors

Abstract

The current study presents results of a quantitative analysis of K–12 school counselors’ perceptions on and preparedness for college and career readiness counseling in a large urban school district serving a diverse, low-income student population. We highlight differences between K–8 and high school counselors’ perceptions related to preparedness, their preservice and in-service training in college and career readiness, and subsequent time allotted to these activities. We also discuss implications for future in-service and preservice training.