The What And

Why of Guidance

Prepared by:Bicarme, Jenny DalnesaCabahit, Purther

WHAT IS GUIDANCE

Republic Act 9258Defines guidance and counseling as a

profession involving an “integrated approach to the development of a well-functioning individual primarily by helping him/her to utilize his/potentials to the fullest and plan his/her future in accordance to his/her abilities, interests and needs.”

WHAT IS GUIDANCE

Dictionary of PsychologyDefines guidance as the procedures

used to assist individuals to find maximum satisfaction in their educational and vocational careers. Guidance involves the utilization of interviews and tests, and the study of background information, in order to arrive at a systematic plan of educational or vocational pursuits.

WHAT IS GUIDANCE

Hatch and Costar (1961)Defined guidance program as a

system of services designed to improve the adjustment of each and every person for whom it was organized.

GUIDANCE and Counseling Services:

Guidance and Counseling ServicesAccording to the Rules and

Regulati ons of RA 9258:•Counseling•Psychological testi ng•Research•Placement•Referral•Group processes

GUIDANCE Services:

Other services included by Gibson and Higgins:•Individual Inventory/Analysis•Informati on•Counseling•Research•Placement•Referral•Follow-up•Evaluati on

Recently Added Services:

•Consultati on•Program Development•Public Relati ons

Basic Principles of the Guidance Program1. Guidance is a fundamental and integral part of the educational system.

a. It provides for the holistic development of the students.b. Education and guidance support and complement each other to maximize students’ growth and development.

Basic Principles of the Guidance Program

c. Administrative and faculty understanding and support to the Guidance Program are crucial to its success.d. Guidance personnel perform specific tasks distinct and separate from teaching and disciplining.

Basic Principles of the Guidance Program2. The Guidance Program is responsive to the students’ needs.a. The Guidance Program addresses the developmental and adjustment needs of the students.b. The Program considers the unique culture and climate of the specific population and environment it serves.c. The program offerings are based on regular, systematic assessment of the students’ needs and environment.

Basic Principles of the Guidance Programd. Guidance is a continuous process throughout the person’s stay in school.e. Guidance activities are specifically planned and develop to ensure Program effectiveness.f. The Guidance team consists of the school counselor, psychologists, social workers, teachers, administrators and other professionals and staff who work together for the welfare of the students.

Basic Principles of the Guidance Program

g. The Guidance program recognizes the need to provide objective evidence of accomplishments and the rationale for its continued existence.

Basic Principles of the Guidance Program

3. The Guidance Program recognizes the student as an individual and is promised on the following:

a. Every individual has needs that must be attended to.b. Guidance should be extended to all.c. Every individual is unique and possesses worth and dignity.

Basic Principles of the Guidance Program

d. Human beings can develop their own insights.e. All individuals have the right and capability to make decisions and plans.

Basic Principles of the Guidance Program 4. The Program is in the hands of qualified personnel.

a. The school counselor is a role model of positive human relations.

b. b. Professionally trained guidance personnel are indispensable for ensuring competence, leadership, and direction.

The Need for Guidance Services:

A. The Family Situations•The Disappearing Family•The Unready Family•The Pathological Family

The Need for Guidance Services:

The Need for Guidance Services

B. The Complexity of Living1. Increased Mobility of Filipinos2. Increasing Course Options and

Educational Attainment3. New Job Titles4. Lack of Job Possibilities5. New Trends in Permanency and Tenure6. Increasing Financial Difficulty

The Need for Guidance Services:

C. Increasing Possibilities of Experiencing:

1. Crisis2. Calamities3. Crimes4. Learning and Other Disorders