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Role & Importance of an Overseas Education Consultant

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• By: CANAM Group
• Updated On: Jul 24,2023 10:42 AM IST

While applying for education abroad seems easy, it includes selecting a program that best matches the student's potential, submitting correct documents, writing an SOP, applying for a study visa, and more.

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• • Why choose an Education Consultant?
• • What role do you think a consultant plays in the child's education?

While applying for education abroad seems easy, it includes selecting a program that best matches the student's potential, submitting correct documents, writing an SOP, applying for a study visa, and more. An error at any step may lead to the refusal of the application, which is why it is always recommended that students seek the guidance of overseas education consultants to avoid the chances of rejection.

Why choose an Education Consultant?

An education agent plays a vital role in helping students make a hassle-free application or paperwork processing. An expert consultant provides delicate services in terms of shortlisting desired courses and academic institutes in their preferred country. The role of a consultant is to help students identify their strengths and use these to select the best institute based on their profile, requirement, and preferences.

What role do you think a consultant plays in the child's education?

Overseas education consultants provide help in many areas:

1. Evaluation of profile: The primary role of an overseas education consultant is to first understand a student's profile, their area of study, interests, future goals, etc., and then provide them with program possibilities that best match their profile.

2. Selecting the university: Often, choosing the right university can be a daunting task as there are a plethora of universities offering even higher number of courses. Here an education expert helps students find and apply to the academic institutes offering the course of student's interests.  

3. Admission Processing: The study abroad consultant help students fill out their admission forms correctly and prepare financial documents.

4. Documents: The process of applying to a university abroad is a cumbersome task as it involves the submission of documents like marksheets, transcripts, SOP, LOR, loan papers, etc. Hiring an education consultant helps students keep a record of these documents and ensures that all documents are submitted on time.

5. Financial Aid Options: Study abroad counselors also guide students about scholarships, application fee waivers, education loans, and other types of financial assistance to help them apply to study abroad without worrying about a lack of funds.

6. Statement of Purpose Preparation: Education consultants help students prepare an honest and appealing SOP, an essay written to the university officials to help them better understand the student profile.

8. Process after getting accepted: The role of an education consultant is not confined to the admission of students abroad. It rather involves updating students on the change in rules and regulations along with assisting in accommodation, lifestyle and managing finance, etc.

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Taking the guidance of experts before choosing a program is always advisable. With their expert knowledge, they guide students in selecting the best study options, ultimately helping them settle for a profession matching their potential and interest.

The best way to determine a consultant's credibility is to check their experience in the industry along with the accreditations received.

A good education consultant is friendly, approachable and has great communication skills. They thoroughly understand the student’s profile before helping them make the best career choices. They address every question related to the program, institute, study environment, safety, etc., keeping transparency at every step.

A professional overseas education consultant is well aware of the various programs offered at the universities and colleges of different countries. They know the admission guidelines of different countries, the visa application process, and other formalities.

From helping students find the right program to study abroad to making admission on their behalf, an education consultant provides end-to-end assistance in making students choose the best career option.

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About Overseas Education Consultants

Career planning and college admissions are the most crucial steps in a student's career journey. The world is rapidly changing, and nowadays more students opt to go abroad to pursue their higher studies.

Did you know that every year more than 8 million Indian students move abroad for higher studies?

Studying abroad is the biggest aspiration of any student. And not just students, their parents also eagerly wait to send their children to another country for global exposure.

Another fact is that the acknowledgement of abroad education helps students identify their strengths, explore different career options, test areas to upskill. Resultant, ensuring a 360-degree exposure to professionalism. Students get the chance to study in the topmost universities/ colleges around the world and choose modern programs/courses. Students can make the most of it and become the best version of themselves. Overseas education significantly impacts the personality of students helping them become more independent and responsible.

However, choosing the best suitable subject, course, career, and college is the toughest decision for students. They must know their interests, aptitude, and abilities by assessing themselves before making any decision.

Hence, they need help and proper guidance while applying for abroad colleges and courses. Therefore, they approach abroad education consultants to help them make decisions regarding overseas education.

Overseas education consultants are a very important source when it comes to getting information and advice for making decisions to study abroad. These professionals not only help students in career, course, and college selection but also guide them on how to adjust to a new culture. They help students tackle all the challenges of learning in a new environment and clear all their doubts.

Career Prospects

When a student thinks of international studies, he/she has to work on various aspects. They get confused mainly on what to study, where to study. On the other hand, their parents are majorly concerned about how their child will manage overseas studies, the financial aspects related to it, scholarships, and more. Therefore, they require a professional who is reliable for the A-Z aspects related to overseas admissions. Overseas Education Counsellors not only help students but also assist parents, resolve conflicts between students/ parents (if any), and ultimately get students to their dream college/university.

• Assist and help students in easy or hassle-free application & paperwork processes.
• Tell everything about the desired course, university, or country to students/parents.
• Sometimes coordinate with universities to secure the admission of their students.
• Answer all the queries of students/ parents related to lifestyle, finance, etc.

In a nutshell, we can say that abroad education consultants guide students at every step. Right from giving them a detailed overview of the courses, entrance exams, admission process, visa process (including visa preparation and documents verification and visa applications, etc), and the total cost of overseas education.

• Ensure that students are making well-informed decisions
• Provide complete & accurate information on universities/ courses/ study destinations
• Create holistic profiles of students based on their academic/ non-academic history, ambitions, etc
• Guide students throughout the admission, visa, and scholarship process

Jobs & Salary

• Evaluation of profile
• Selecting the university
• Admission Processing
• Documents Verification
• Education Loans
• Statement of Purpose Preparation
• Visa Processing
• Transparency
• Reliability
• Accountability

If the professional is specialized in the core areas of the overseas admissions processes, it’s an added advantage for them. Being trained in study abroad counselling helps them create a perfect roadmap for students according to their interests and capabilities.

These professionals offer unbiased, comprehensive, ethical, and quality international education services . The job of an overseas education consultant is very crucial. Therefore, study abroad education consultants get paid based on their qualifications, skills, experience, and training.

The average salary of an Overseas Education & Career Consultant ranges from approximately INR 14,709 per month to INR 50,000 per month. The average annual salary in AEC - Abroad Education Consultants is around INR 2.5 LPA to 5 LPA. Freshers usually start their career from this range which increases with experience.

Pros & Cons

Overseas education consultants guide students for higher education worldwide. They prepare students for a globally successful life.

If you love guiding students in making career decisions, creating career paths for students, and want to become a global overseas education consultant , you must know the pros & cons of this profession.

Here, in this section, we are listing a few advantages and disadvantages of this profession so that you can also make an informed decision.

• Get great exposure.
• Offer end-to-end guidance services to students
• Increase your earning potential
• Open your overseas consultancy
• Become a trustworthy & valuable resource to parents
• Maintain work-life balance.
• Be in demand every time.
• Enjoy meaningful work & career growth
• Have to prove your potential and skills
• Becomes difficult to manage students/ parents conflict sometimes
• You may feel overloaded with work sometimes.

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I enrolled for Premium Overseas Admission & Student Profile Building Beyond Academic specializations and this was an exciting journey of upskilling myself. I have not only understood a lot about counselling processes for different careers, courses, countries but also gained good insights into career counselling; how to assess students and counsel them with all the possibilities & suggest to them the best fit. The sessions were very fruitful and enriching.

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What do overseas education consultants do?

• Analysing streams and ideal careers for students
• Identifying the best course, college, country for students
• Creating a university shortlisting strategy
• Assisting students on their SOPs, LORs, Essays, etc
• Guiding students on Application Process
• Scholarships, Visa Processing, and more.

What does an education consultant do?

Education consultants are passionate professionals who positively influence student achievement. They guide students in career planning. From selecting boards, subjects, careers, to choosing a college, country for higher education, they are responsible for every aspect of a student’s career journey.

How do I become an international education consultant?

Thousands of students plan to study abroad every year. They look for professionals who can guide them in selecting a career, college, and country. Guide them through the application process, visa process, and more. These professionals are international education consultants.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree
• Expertise in overseas admissions
• Ability to meet global competencies in overseas education
• Information about various careers, courses, universities, countries, etc
• Complete knowledge from the application process to the visa process

How do I become an educational consultant?

At present, 93% of schools in India do not have counsellors to help students make the right career choices. Hence, there is a rising demand for professional career counsellors in India.

To become an education consultant in India, you must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, skills to guide students/ parents. For that, you can take up a professional career counselling course. It will provide you with the skills and knowledge required for this job and give accreditation of a trained career counsellor.

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• To provide advice to all students and staff, both incoming and outgoing, that participate on the Erasmus+, or other European programmes, ensuring that all Erasmus+ participants receive all relevant information before undertaking their placements
• To provide advice and guidance to academic Schools on creating Erasmus+ inter-institutional agreements, following selection processes, working within established procedures and ensuring that balances are monitored
• To assist with the coordination of visits relating to Erasmus+ activity and liaise with the UK National Erasmus+ agency as required
• To ensure that systems across the University comply with Erasmus+ National Agency and European Commission requirements, and that all staff within Global Opportunities are kept informed of all current procedures and changes
• To oversee and maintain all existing databases relating to the management of European mobility placements, Organisational Support and inter-institutional agreements, and to develop procedures for new processes when required
• To oversee the calculation and reporting of all Erasmus+ grant payments for outgoing students, ensuring that all grants are paid in a timely manner and that all related reports are submitted in line with National Agency guidelines
• To ensure that all Erasmus+ documentation is created, received and stored in line with National Agency and European Commission requirements
• To manage the Erasmus+ Teaching and Staff Mobility Budget
• Create reports when required in relation to institutional Erasmus+ activity and to assist the Study Abroad Manager with the coordination and submission of Erasmus+ reporting processes
• To promote Erasmus+ opportunities to current Cardiff University students and staff, including delivering promotional sessions, in line with Global Opportunities communications plan and to increase participation on the programme
• Experience with Study Abroad programs in an educational setting
• Substantive experience in living, working, and/or studying abroad
• General knowledge of the process of international academic program development and advising at a research forward university
• Significant experience developing and administering budgets
• Proficiency in industry standard software
• Ability to communicate with potential, current, and returned study abroad students, faculty, and staff and represent the office as necessary in a professional manner
• To manage and coordinate the January Induction Programme for new students
• To line manage the Study Abroad Administrative Officer and the European Exchange Administrator
• Provide comprehensive and continuous campus wide marketing outreach to students, faculty and staff on study abroad programs
• Advise outgoing students about direct exchange and non-exchange study abroad programs to ensure that students select quality programs that will earn transfer credit
• Evaluate transfer credit for study abroad transcripts received by the University
• Liaise with exchange staff at partner institutions to maintain accurate advising information for incoming and outgoing students, online and print resources on each partnership
• Advise, admit and support incoming exchange students by providing accurate information about application procedures, registration, and immigration regulations
• Employ innovative methods through use of technology and social media to deliver advising on programs, scholarships and pre-departure process
• Supervise the Administrative Assistant for Study Abroad and ensure accurate and timely processing of all study abroad paperwork and transfer credit evaluation
• With the Director of International Programs, design and implement a comprehensive assessment of the study abroad program to ensure high quality of program delivery
• Web and digital media experience preferred
• Advises student on an individual or group basis as part of assigned student program
• Reviews student data, academic or personal, for determination of program eligibility
• Interfaces with faculty to exchange and update information or to enlist support for program services, , guest speaking engagements and faculty advisor programs
• Experience in a higher education or study abroad setting preferred
• One year experience in a study abroad or international education office
• Continuously evaluate study abroad procedures and business processes to increase efficiency and efficacy of program delivery
• Assist other staff with new student orientation, ongoing workshops, and education programs such as New International Student Orientation, International Dance Festival, and Culturefest, as needed
• Provide administrative support to OIP admissions and immigration staff, as needed
• Carry out other reasonably related duties as assigned
• Works closely with the Director of Study Abroad Programs with the operation and services of Study Abroad Programs, including student advising, outreach and marketing, and scholarship processing
• Serves as co-administrator ('Super User') of Terra Dotta (Studio Abroad) --Study Abroad application management and website management system
• Facilitates the study abroad application procedures and processes for students
• Investigates and resolves student issues ( financial aid and credit transfer), and works with assigned group of colleges and academic advisors from these colleges regarding study abroad academic matters
• Manages the GES/Foundation Scholarship processes, specifically the reviewing and awarding of GES scholarships and the transmission of awardees and award amounts to Financial Aid and the Foundation
• Serves as primary point of contact for the Gilman Scholarship
• Ability to serve as both a DSO and an ARO (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident)
• Minimum of one semester of international study experience
• Experience using a variety of social media and information management applications, for example PeopleSoft, Agilegrad, Terra Dotta, or similar systems
• Effective oral and written communication in TWO or more languages
• Possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally
• Minimum two years in an international higher education setting
• Works with affiliate and other study abroad program providers as assigned
• Assists Director with study abroad data collection and dissemination
• Advises a portfolio of Education Abroad programs (currently in the United Kingdom, Asia and Africa, but the portfolio may change)
• Performs general administrative support duties as required
• Implements web-based marketing initiatives, such as Facebook, Twitter
• Responds to special requests from students, parents, staff, faculty, administrators
• Advising students on scholarship opportunities both within the Center for Global Education outside scholarships such as Gilman, Boren, Freeman Asia
• Advise students through the entire program application process
• Advise accepted students prior to their departure
• Maintain accurate online program brochures for each assigned program, working with Faculty Directors and partner institutions as necessary to make edits from year to year for summer and semester programs
• Experience learning or teaching a foreign language in a university setting
• Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies
• Experience in public speaking to small and large audiences
• Demonstrated strong cross-cultural communication skills
• Ability to use sound judgement and to work independently in a team environment
• Ability to travel normally requiring a driver’s license, and occasionally overseas
• Co-chair the scholarship program
• Conduct individual and group advising for students on academic and personal goals, program selection, health and safety issues, inter-cultural competency
• Lead large-group information or pre-departure sessions for students
• Develop expertise and understanding of the University’s curriculum, degree requirements, and academic policies to ensure accurate and proactive advising for students
• Develop knowledge and expertise for an assigned regional portfolio of programs, for which the advisor will be the primary resource
• Liaise with appropriate colleagues inside and outside the University (on-campus offices, partner schools, security and insurance agencies, ) to handle case and crisis management in the event of study abroad emergencies
• Coordinator, organize promotional and recruitment strategies (especially for less popular or newer programs) by leveraging traditional communication channels new social media and less traditional marketing venues
• Collaborate with faculty and students regarding program policies, procedures, deadlines, c
• Communicate with other campus administrative units such as Financial Aid, Registrar
• Assist with the coordination and presentations for the required pre-departure orientation for UC students traveling abroad ( other presentations for Admissions events or Orientation)
• Study abroad experience at the undergraduate level
• One year of experience using TerraDotta office management software preferred
• Previous event planning experience a plus
• Previous experience using website updating platforms preferred
• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization
• Two (2) years appropriate experience (with bachelor’s degree)

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• Assess an organization’s future activities in foreign markets, such as opening a new facility or identifying a new business partner.
• Work closely with management and executive teams to develop strategic plans for both existing and emerging markets.
• Collaborate across disciplines within an organization, including human resources, IT, market research, and other business-line leaders.
• Communicate effectively in English and other languages, such as the native language of the country where one is based.

A Master of Science in Global Studies and International Relations prepares students to carry out these job responsibilities by building relevant skills. Students in the GSIR program:

• Learn and apply the theories, research methods, and approaches that are most relevant for investigating global issues.
• Evaluate contemporary political, social, and cultural issues from a government, nonprofit, or private-sector viewpoint—regardless of the type of organization they represent. 
• Gain perspectives from diverse fields of study, apply this knowledge to a practical challenge, and use the insights from the experience to respond to new and more complex challenges.
• Advise a global organization, gain international field study experience , and present research findings in an overseas location.

Types of Organizations Offering International Consulting Jobs 

A LinkedIn search for international consultant jobs shows that the companies that employ international consultants fall into several key categories. (In addition to LinkedIn results, sample job titles come from The Balance , a news site focused on job searching and career planning.) 

Consulting Firms

Consulting firms such as Accenture, Boston Consulting Group, Deloitte, and McKinsey have offices on all six continents. Roles at these firms can include short-term projects, long-term assignments, or permanent transfers. Consultants typically help organizations overcome existing challenges and plan for future growth. For example, a retail chain may want to know which new markets present the best opportunity or expansion, or a construction company may want to identify more sustainable suppliers for building materials.

Sample job titles : International project consultant, strategic management consultant, international development director, international business analyst, international business development manager

Multinational Companies

Multinational companies in industries such as banking, energy, technology, and construction are looking for business development leaders with both international consulting expertise and job experience in a particular field. Common international business careers include human resources, accounting, project management, compliance, cybersecurity, sales, and marketing. These are roles in which companies place a high value on an employee’s ability to work in a cross-cultural setting, manage diverse teams, and understand how to follow regulations in global markets.

Sample job titles : Mergers and acquisitions consultant, international project manager, global value and access consultant, international operations consulting manager, international technology coordinator, foreign currency investment advisor, global supply manager, import/export specialist, international health and benefits consultant

Government and International Development Agencies

Government agencies and international development organizations such as the U.S. Department of State, the United Nations, or the World Health Organization focus on international relations—diplomacy, foreign policy, intelligence, security, etc. This type of work is often a path into politics, but careers in global studies and international relations can also include military affairs, security, trade, and activism. Collaboration is an essential part of this work, as leaders must work alongside colleagues with a variety of skills, specialties, and backgrounds in order to accomplish their goals.

Sample job titles : Foreign affairs specialist, foreign policy advisor, foreign service officer, counterintelligence officer, intelligence analyst, foreign service officer, national security agent, diplomat , ambassador

Non-Government Organizations (NGOs)

Non-government organizations , or NGOs, focus on issues such as addressing climate change, improving education, increasing access to health care, preserving cultural heritage, developing local economies, and advancing science and technology. International consulting roles for these organizations may be based in the field or in a group’s headquarters in a major city. In addition, an organization’s efforts are likely to center on one of six major regions of the world—East Asia, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Southwest and Central Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa—so specialized work experience or educational background is a plus. 

Sample job titles : Global relations officer, country director, grants and compliance manager,  response team leader, humanitarian program manager, foreign aid worker, human rights activist

Niche Industries

Niche industries focus on very specialized markets that have a global audience. Examples include executive recruitment firms, luxury travel and real estate agencies, meeting and event planning, art collection, and relocation consultants that help individuals find jobs and/or housing in another country. 

Sample job titles : International business meeting planner, international travel counselor, international move management consultant, relocation consultant, international retirement leader, international travel recruiter

International Consulting Salaries

According to PayScale, the average salary for an individual with a master’s degree in global studies and international relations ranges from $67,000 to $70,000.

However, since international consultants can work for a variety of types of organizations, actual salaries can vary widely, depending on the type of organization, location of the work, and area of specialization. Consulting firms and for-profit companies, for example, tend to pay higher salaries than non-government organizations. Salaries will also vary based on a location’s cost of living, with jobs typically paying more in cities such as Hong Kong, London, New York, or Tokyo. The specialization of the international consulting role also matters—jobs in political and government affairs tend to have higher salaries than those in military operations, foreign affairs, or security analysis.

Here are some other salary considerations for an international consulting career:

• The U.S. Department of State offers hardship pay increases of up to 35 percent for diplomats who serve in volatile areas such as Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Syria, and certain parts of Africa. 
• Total compensation for new hires at consulting firms may be up to 30 percent higher than their base salary. New hires often receive signing and relocation or housing bonuses and are eligible for performance bonuses, as well. 
• Even if you prefer to live and work in the United States, developing a global perspective can help you earn more. For example, the average salary for a global logistics manager is about $93,000, according to PayScale, compared to about $65,000 for a domestic logistics manager . That’s an increase of nearly 43 percent. Likewise, the average salary of a sales manager is about $61,000, while the average salary of an international sales manager is more than $78,000—a difference of more than 27 percent.

How to Get a Job in International Consulting

Roles in international consulting and business can be difficult to get. Landing a job with the U.S. Department of State, for example, requires an extensive application and interview, as well as a background check and a medical exam. If this is the career path you want, be prepared for a months-long process.

It can also be hard to search for jobs that are based in a different country. Transitions Abroad, a magazine and news site for international job-seekers, points to the power of networking both online and in-person, starting with people you already know and focusing on high-quality relationships rather than a large number of impersonal relationships.

When networking, it’s important to be specific about your experience, the type of career you want, the type of organizations you are interested in, and your timeline for moving abroad. Being specific has two benefits: It helps you narrow down the list of people you want to network with, and it can help these contacts point you in the right direction.

Earning a master’s degree in global studies and international relations can help you identify and network with the right people to help you land the international consultant role you want. The degree program also gives you the experience you need to work successfully in a global setting, no matter where in the world you live, what type of organization you represent, or which field you enter. You’ll develop the skills you need to become a respected and trusted team leader.

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As society becomes more complex, our schools have to adapt their methods to prepare students for the challenges of the 21st century. As an education consultant, you can help make that happen by advising teachers, families, school administration, school boards, and government officials on the best educational techniques and technologies used in classrooms across the country. Education consulting is a rewarding and expanding career opportunity for those striving to improve educational best practices.

At a glance: education consultants

An education consultant makes a meaningful difference in how education is delivered and received. Being a guiding force in improving opportunities and classrooms, education consultants find themselves shaping the academic lives of students across the country.

Education consultant job description

An education consultant is often someone with teaching or administrative experience now serving as an advisor in all things education. Their focus is in training and advising members of the educational community on new technologies, classroom policies, student achievement, and much more.

Typical duties include:

• Serve as an advisor for teachers, parents, school administrators, school boards, and government officials
• Assess education standards and classroom policies, as well as grades and test scores
• Help implement changes to curriculum based on data
• Survey students to change programs or curriculum
• Report on the effectiveness of current academic systems
• Devise strategies to improve educational quality and help implement new policies
• Design new training programs and offer teacher training workshops
• Recommend different educational materials
• Implement and guide usage of new technologies
• Assist in correlating systems to improve student drop-out rates
• Advise academic intervention programs
• Supervise online education
• Manage charter school operations
• Match students to appropriate learning environments, such as special education programs
• Guide college selection and application
• Meet with administrators and teachers to discuss programs and budgets

Working independently or as a part of an education consulting firm, education consultants have a variety of options in how they target their consultation.

Educational consultants can offer general consultation on educational practices, but most find success by focusing on a particular specialty.

School and postsecondary institution education consultants

Schools and postsecondary institutions hire education consultants to examine how their students learn on a holistic level and recommend improvements in policies and programs. They may also hire education consultants to examine a specific problem and design a custom solution.

Consultants in these positions often overhaul programs, policies, and priorities. They will provide aid by training faculty and advising administrators and board members on turnaround initiatives. Many education consultants may deliver assistance in managing charter schools and their educational policies.

Education consultants for individual students and their families

Some education consultants work one-on-one with individual families as an independent consultant. This situation requires the consultant to personalize solutions for individual students. Often, these consultants work exclusively with special populations such as athletes, at-risk youth, or international students.

They will work to match the child to the right learning environment: remedial or special education services as well as public, private, or boarding school. They will advise college selection and guide students and their families through the application process.

Education consultants for product-driven firms or government agencies

A third type of education consultant works on projects for textbook publishers, learning companies, and educational technology firms. These consultants focus on making great educational products for students, teachers, and schools aimed at improving student achievement.

Education consultants working for the government often gather and assess information in order to advise superiors. They may evaluate resources, advise on implementation of alternative sources, and present potential outcomes of new or existing programs regarding government work and business.

Who makes a good education consultant?

Someone who is:

• Analytical and adept at decision-making
• Attentive to details and well organized
• Oriented toward service
• Good at planning and organizing
• Empathetic and sociable: Able to offer solutions and connect with students, teachers, and school officials
• Skilled in identifying problems and brainstorming potential solutions
• Possesses excellent written and oral communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively with other team members
• Able to meet aggressive deadlines
• Interested in traveling and working in a diverse range of environments
• Qualified with a degree in curriculum and instruction or education leadership

Education consultants in-depth

Education and certification requirements for education consultants.

• Education: Master’s degree, PhD, EdD, or JD
• Typical study time: 6-10 years

Although you may be able to build a career without a master’s degree, education consultants with a master’s degree in a relevant field have a greater chance for promotions and increased salary.

Most employers look to hire education consultants with an advanced degree in a field like curriculum and instruction. Many school districts require a master’s degree along with a valid teaching certificate.

The highest-paid consultants often have years of experience as teachers or administrators. Whatever your previous experience, the best way to position yourself as an education consultant is to learn as much as you can about a specialization, selling yourself as an expert in that niche.

School districts often look for education consultants with specializations in areas such as:

• English/mathematics education
• Curriculum design
• Audio/visual education
• Emerging technology
• Blended learning

Certification

Independent educational consultants often register with organizations like the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) or the American Institute for Certified Educational Planners to increase their visibility with potential clients.

The IECA requires a master’s degree or higher from an accredited institution, three years of experience in educational placement counseling or admissions, on-campus evaluations, and professional references from its members.

The American Institute for Certified Educational Planners requires an application, a master’s degree, and demonstration of high ethical standards through references and an assessment interview.

Salary range for education consultants

Salary ranges for education consultants can vary, dependent on whether employment is as an independent consultant or as an employee within an education consulting institution. Factors such as state, specialization, and experience also determine salary ranges. The Bureau of Labor Statistics states the median salary for an education consultant is $64,450. The lowest 10% percent earn less than $36,360 and the highest 10% percent earn more than $102,200.

According to ZipRecruiter.com, average pay for education consultants by state varies from $46,494 to $65,562.

The Bureau of Labor and Statistics also states a variation in salary scale based on the institution of employment:

• Government: $76,970
• Schools: local, state, and private: $69,900
• Postsecondary schools: $58,420
• Educational support and private organizations: $62,530.

Here is a snapshot of average education consultant salaries:

• Payscale.com: $64,852
• O Net Online: $64,450
• Indeed.com: $59,336
• Glassdoor.com: $63,133
• ZipRecruiter.com: $59,911

Education consultant employment projections

Demand for motivated, passionate education consultants continues to grow in the increasingly competitive education sector. The BLS projects a 6% growth from 2018 to 2028. Growth will be dependent largely on state and local government budgets. However, school districts and postsecondary institutions will still be held accountable for test scores, graduation rates, and student achievement data. As schools seek to add training and educational guidance in areas such as technology and curriculum, education consultation will continue to be sought out.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Always learning new ideas and educational practices
• Opportunities for rapid advancement
• Build a powerful network
• Flexibility and control
• Specialist or expert status.
• Job security — as one project ends, there may not be an immediate job available.
• Self-reliance for career advancement

For further information regarding working within an education consulting firm, check out “What are the Benefits of Working for an Educational Consulting Firm.” 

Professional development for education consultants

Continuing education.

Education consultants are seen as experts in their field and hired for the advice and guidance they can impart in struggling or low-achieving school systems. Professional development is an imperative for standing out and doing the job well. Many programs and opportunities are available online and through most professional associations.

Professional Associations

• Independent Educational Consultants Association
• Higher Education Consultants Association
• Generation Ready
• National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
• American Institute for Certified Educational Planners (AICEP)

Best of the Web

The internet makes it easy to connect with prominent education consultants. Here are some of our favorite resources.

Favorite education consultant blogs

• Independent Educational Consultants Association Blog
• Inside Higher Ed Blog
• NACAC Admitted Blog
• EdWeek Blogs
• Thank You Brain
• Generation Ready News & Research

Favorite education consultant Twitter and Instagram

• Generation Ready: @GenerationReady
• Independent Educational Consultants Association: @IECA
• Higher Education Consultants Association: @HECAtweets hecagrams
• NACAC: @NACAC NACAC
• Danny Brassell: @DannyBrassell
• Dr. Alec Couros: @courosa
• Tom Tolkien: @tomtolkien
• Camac Consulting: @CamacConsulting
• Shahrazad Kablan: @ShahrazadKablan
• Pie Corbett: @PieCorbett
• Rick Wormeli: @RickWormeli
• First Gen Counseling: 1stgen_college_counseling
• Ms. Queenie: msqueenie.educates/
• Bridge Education Consultancy: educational_consultant_
• CNY Education Consultant: cnyeducation

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Educational Consultant Job Description

Educational consultants fill advisory roles in schools, colleges, and universities. They work alongside teachers and students, implementing changes to create optimal learning environments. They typically operate as freelancers, but may also be employed by educational consulting firms.

Educational Consultant Job Description Template

We are searching for an innovative educational consultant to join our team. The educational consultant’s responsibilities will include analyzing existing curricula, admin processes, teaching resources and methods, and working with staff to improve upon them. You may also be required to sit in on classes, examine student results, and write reports.

To be successful as an educational consultant, you should have a good grasp of all the factors affecting the learning process and be able to identify potential weaknesses in the curriculum. Ideal candidates will be able to critique instead of criticizing and work well as part of a team.

Educational Consultant Responsibilities:

• Analyzing curricula, resources, student results, and teacher performances, and ensuring that they align with set goals.
• Gathering information from educators, support staff, students, and parents.
• Closely examining academic systems and reporting to the relevant stakeholders.
• Providing workshops and instructional materials to improve lesson delivery and admin processes.
• Developing new and more effective curricula, learning outcomes, and teaching methods.
• Advising teachers, students, and parents on the effective use of digital learning tools.
• Visiting classrooms to observe lessons and provide feedback.
• Counseling educators on how to cope with exceptionally talented students as well as those who require extra attention.

Educational Consultant Requirements:

• A Master’s degree or Ph.D. in education or a related discipline.
• Experience in curriculum design and blended learning.
• Managerial experience at a learning institution may be required.
• Registration with the American Institute of Certified Educational Planners may be required.
• Some teaching experience is preferred.
• Relevant subject discipline knowledge may be advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and diagnostic skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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Educational Consultant Job Description, Duties, and Responsibilities

This post provides detailed information on the educational consultant job description, including the key duties, tasks, and responsibilities they commonly perform.

It also highlights the major requirements you may be expected to fulfill to be hired for the educational consultant role by most recruiters/employers.

What Does an Educational Consultant Do?

An educational consultant basically works as academic advisor. In most cases they are independent advisors; that is to say that they usually work on freelance basis.

The educational consultant job description entails helping educational institutions and schools, and in some cases parents and students, in solving problems that are education-related.

An educational consultant also advises schools on their methods of teaching and curriculum, and also recommends texts.

He/she should have in-depth knowledge of different career opportunities and dealing with students, such as answering their questions concerning careers and opportunities that lie within them.

His/her duties may also include providing guidelines for teachers/instructors and also organizing educational content.

The major role an educational consultant plays is that of finding out the need of the student(s); after which he/she will embark on a research to discover areas that need to be improved upon.

In the process of this research, the consultant in most cases tends to discover new programs that will serve as an upgrade on the school’s curriculum.

Consultants in the educational sector are normally required to make sure that the curriculum in use by a school meets already outlined standards (usually national).

They then apply the required changes and make sure that they are effective.

Their work description may also help the school in purchasing better texts and other educational materials, which will help improve the performance of students.

They assist students in their educational transition process, like going from high school to college.

They also help students in their choice of school and help them in understanding the admission process of the school.

In dealing with school instructors/teachers, consultants may also arrange training programs, which they may organize by themselves to help improve the teaching skills of teachers.

They also interact regularly with the school staff in order to have a clear understanding of what is really needed by the students and the school at large.

These interactions can be in the form of organized meetings with the different units that make up the entire school system to basically ensure that organization-wide activities are streamlined.

Educational consultant description also involves helping in the recruitment process of students for schools.

In this recruitment process, they try as much as possible to get students that meet the institution’s requirements on all fronts.

They also make sure that information gotten from prospective students are captured and recorded properly.

Educational consultants also help schools in achieving greater standards and improving their rankings.

They review and analyze school performance data, such as test scores and rates by which students are graduated from the school.

Educational Consultant Job Description Example/Template

Educational consultants perform various functions as they seek to provide effective solutions to problems in the school system.

The job description example below shows the major duties, tasks, and responsibilities that typically constitute the educational consultant role:

• Develop instructional materials to be used by teachers/instructors
• Continuous update school curriculum to ensure that it is current and of required standard at all times
• Work hand-in-hand with the teaching staff to ensure improvement in teaching standards by recommending certain changes when it is necessary
• Advise administrative staff concerning development of curriculum and the use of new materials that have been put in place
• Discuss various issues that have to do with the educational system with members of the school management board so as to understand them and bring up solutions in cases where the issues are seen as problems
• Carry out maintenance and management of reports and records, and also ensure proper documentation of them all
• Provide professional support/advice to students in order to help them make the right choices
• Develop a conducive and positive learning environment for both prospective and already enrolled students
• Carry out data analysis as at when due
• Conduct training for employees to ensure their development
• Provide on-the-job observation of teachers and offer suggestions on ways to improve teaching style and encourage classroom participation
• Help in ensuring smooth transition of students from one level of education to another with proper guidance.

Requirements – Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities – for Educational Consultants Role

If you are interested in applying for the role of an educational consultant, here are major requirements you may need to have to be considered for an interview by most employers:

• The most important skill an educational consultant must possess is that of effective communication. This is very necessary so as to be able to understand what is actually needed by a school or students, and also be able to tackle them effectively
• The consultant should be willing and able to help at all times
• He/she should be dependable and possess a cooperative attitude
• He/she should have in-depth knowledge of administration and management; that is to say that he/she must have a clear understanding of how the educational system works
• Have strong knowledge of laws that guide education within the work area
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in a similar advisory role, preferably in an educational system
• A degree in Education, specifically in guidance counselling, or in curriculum and instruction
• An MSC. in any relevant field will be an added advantage.

If you are thinking of hiring an educational consultant and need to make a good description for the role, this post will be of help to you.

You can create a detailed and effective work description that will enable you to attract the best candidates for the position by applying the sample job description copy provided above.

You will also find this post valuable if you are interested in becoming an educational consultant as you will learn so much about the duties and responsibilities of the job.

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