Petition · past parliament

Protect the job title of career advisors/consultants by law

Closed 871 signatures

What the petition asks

An individual should be required to have at least a relevant level 6 qualification to call themselves a career advisor or consultant. This means they must have an undergraduate degree or equivalent in the topic.
This requires the study of theories/models such as motivational interviewing, counselling, and social work theories, to name a few, before they can work in education institutions. This would help to demonstrate and protect the importance and specific skills that enable professionals to give advice. Many organisations employ coaches/teachers to take the role, but it isn’t always impartial advice. Careers Guidance is a hot topic right now, for many reasons, including supporting learners to close the employment gaps, and changes to education in maths.

Timeline

20 Jun 2023 Petition opened for signatures
20 Dec 2023 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 871
Status Closed
Opened 20 Jun 2023
Closed 20 Dec 2023

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.