School counsellor provides practical and emotional support to students in educational institutions, either in small groups, classrooms, or individually. He/she functions as an accessible school official whom students may contact for a wide variety of issues. He/she may also provide advice on personal problems such as social integration and behavioural issues, and on school-related matters such as composing adequate curriculum schedules, discussing test scores, and informing students on further education options. He/she may work closely with a school social worker and/or school psychologist and make referrals to other support services if necessary.