Guidance refers to the support, advice, or direction provided to individuals to help them make informed decisions in education, career, personal development, and mental health. Traditionally offered in person by counsellors, teachers, or mentors, guidance is now increasingly accessible online. The digital era has transformed the way guidance is delivered. Online platforms, including websites, mobile apps, webinars, virtual counselling sessions, and AI-powered chatbots, make it easier for people, especially students and job seekers in remote or underserved areas, to access reliable and timely support. This digital accessibility breaks down geographical, financial, and social barriers, allowing more individuals to receive advice at their convenience.

1. Presentation of
Guidance and Counselling
Presented by Ankit
Topic- Objectives, Principles
and Procedures of
Guidance

2. Introduction to Guidance
Definition: Guidance is a process
of helping individuals make
important decisions that affect their
lives, such as educational,
vocational, or personal choices.
Goal: To enable individuals to
develop their potential, make
informed choices, and adjust
effectively to life situations.
Importance: Essential in
educational settings, career
planning, and personal
development

3. Objectives of
Guidance-
Overview
Personal Development
Educational Advancement
Vocational Decision-Making
Social Adjustment
Mental Health and Well-
being

4. Detailed Objectives of Guidance
Personal Development: Help individuals understand themselves—
interests, abilities, values.
Educational Advancement: Assist in choosing appropriate academic paths
and overcoming learning difficulties.
Vocational Decision-Making: Provide information and support for career
selection based on skills and market needs.
Social Adjustment: Improve interpersonal relationships and social behaviour.
Mental Health and Well-being: Encourage emotional balance and coping
strategies.

5. Principles of Guidance – Overview
Individual
Differences
Holistic
Development
Continuity of
the Process
Confidentiality
Client-Centred
Approach
Democratic
Outlook
Cooperation Flexibility
Use of
Scientific
Methods
Integration
with
Curriculum
Active
Participation
Skill
Development
Focus
Inclusiveness
and
Accessibility

6. Explanation of Principles
Individual Differences:
Recognises that each person has unique qualities—abilities, interests,
values, and life experiences. Guidance must be personalised to respect
these differences and provide suitable solutions
 Holistic Development:
Effective guidance addresses not just academic needs but also
emotional, social, moral, and physical aspects to foster complete
personality development.
 Continuity:
Guidance should be ongoing, supporting individuals at every stage of
their personal, educational, and career development. It adapts as
circumstances and life goals evolve.
 Confidentiality:
Ensures trust by keeping personal information secure. This principle
builds a safe space where individuals feel comfortable sharing sensitive
issues.

7. Client-Centred Approach:
Guidance should empower the individual to make their own
decisions. The counsellor’s role is supportive and non-directive,
fostering self-awareness and autonomy.
 Democratic Outlook:
Guidance respects the dignity, freedom, and choices of
individuals. It promotes equal opportunity and avoids
discrimination based on gender, caste, religion, or socioeconomic
status.
Cooperation:
Effective guidance involves collaboration between the counsellor,
the individual, family, and sometimes teachers or employers. It is
a shared responsibility for holistic support.
 Flexibility:
Guidance procedures should be adaptable to different contexts,
individuals, and changing needs. There is no rigid structure; it
should evolve with the person’s circumstances

8. Use of Scientific Methods:
Guidance should be based on data collection, psychological testing, and
systematic analysis rather than guesswork. This ensures objectivity and
accuracy in decision-making.
Integration with Curriculum:
Guidance should not be a separate activity—it must be integrated with the
educational system and learning process to support students’ academic and
career development effectively.
Active Participation:
Individuals must be actively involved in the guidance process. Passive
advice-giving is less effective than engaging the person in exploring their
goals and solutions.
Skill Development Focus:
Guidance helps individuals acquire life skills such as decision-making,
problem-solving, time management, communication, and coping strategies.
Inclusiveness and Accessibility:
Guidance services should be easily accessible to all, especially marginalised
or disadvantaged groups, ensuring equity in support and opportunity.

9. Procedures of Guidance – Overview
Data Collection
Diagnosis of the Problem
Prognosis
Therapeutic/Intervention Plan
Follow-Up and Evaluation

10. Explanation of Procedures
Data Collection:
Gather information
through interviews,
tests, and
observations.
Diagnosis: Analyse
the data to
understand the issue.
Prognosis: Predict
the outcome and set
realistic goals.
Therapy/
Intervention:
Implement
counselling or
support strategies.
Follow-Up: Monitor
progress and make
adjustments as
needed.

11. Role of the Counsellor
ESTABLISH A
TRUSTING
RELATIONSHIP
1
FACILITATE
SELF-
EXPLORATION
2
PROVIDE
ACCURATE
INFORMATION
3
MAINTAIN
ETHICAL
STANDARDS
4
EVALUATE
OUTCOMES
AND
PROGRESS
5

12. Conclusion
Guidance empowers
individuals for
personal, academic,
and professional
growth.
1
Based on sound
principles, it follows
structured
procedures for
meaningful impact.
2
Plays a vital role in
fostering well-being
and informed
decision-making.
3