2. Guidance Program is a system of services
designed to improve the adjustment of every
person for whom it was organized. Guidance
Program is not a merely a specialized service, but
becomes an integral part of the educational
system. It is responsive to the student’s needs
and recognizes the student as an individual. It
aims to personalize and humanize the education
of the student. It is a collaborative work of the
three pillars of the educational system, namely,
administration, instruction and guidance.
3. Basic Organizational Principles
It should be based upon the goals/aims of the program. It must be
reflective of the school’s vision/mission providing a favorable situation
for its wise implementation. It has to be well prepared to meet the
needs of the clients. In the needs analysis survey using a checklist, the
community, the parents, the students and the teachers are involved.
Authority and line of responsibility must be clearly defined. An
organizational structure will explain the how. A clear definition of the job
description of the management staff must supplement the structure.
4. objectives
• Coordinates with school staff to provide supportive instructional guidance
activities that relate to students: self-knowledge, educational and occupational
exploration, and career planning to facilitate academic achievement.
• Collaborates with school staff in planning and scheduling guidance activities.
• Conducts classroom guidance activities related to identified goals and objectives.
• Gathers and evaluates data to determine effectiveness of classroom guidance and
• student comprehension, making revisions where necessary.
• Provides direct/indirect assistance to learners preparing for test taking.
• Provides information to students, parents, and teachers on student test scores.
• Provides information to students and parents on career planning.
• Assists students in their transitions to the next educational/career level.
• Leads skill-building groups in student self-knowledge
5. AIMS of organizing guidance
programme
• Understanding the school environment
• School success skills
• Career awareness and educational planning
• Understanding self and others
• Understanding attitudes and behaviors
• Decision making and problem solving
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Community pride and involvement.
6. Basic Organizational Principles
Operation has to be systematic with the extent of
control that is well-established. It must evidently
present the team of persons responsible for a
certain job/activity.
Good leadership and human elements must be
indicated. A line of persons involved in the work
under a dynamic facilitator should coordinate the
guidance services.
7. Analysis of the
program
• Strengths
– What were the best aspects of the program and why?
– What did we do well and why?
• Weaknesses
– Are there gaps in the program?
– What did we not do very well and why?
• Opportunities
– How can we enhance the program to the benefit of
the students?
8. Steps in Organizing and Managing
a Guidance Program
Study of the Real-
Life Environment
(Environment
Assessment)
Needs Assessment Priority Setting
Goal/Objective
Formulation
Resources
Determination
Strategies
Identification
Program
Implementation
Program
Evaluation
Recycling
9. Sample Model of a Comprehensive
Guidance and Counseling Program
I Underlying Philosophy of School
A. Rationale
B. Condition
C. Operation
II Objectives
A. General
B. Specific
10. Sample Model of a Comprehensive
Guidance and Counseling Program
III Guidance Services
A. Information Service
B. Counseling Service
C. Consultation Service
D. Placement Service
E. Follow-up Service
F. Research and Evaluation Service
11. Sample Model of a Comprehensive
Guidance and Counseling Program
IV Guidance Staff and Responsibilities
A. Principal
B. Guidance Counselor
C. Class Adviser and Subject Teacher
V Community Resources and Referrals
A. Colleges and Universities
B. Non-Governmental Organizations
C. Professionals
D. Local Government Units
VI Organizational Chart
12. Conclusion
• The guidance programme is one which helps
in development of full potentials of the
individuals. There is a brilliant child locked
inside every student.
• The purpose of a organizing guidance
programme should be drawn up to identify
long term objectives as well as short term
plans.