Career Counselling in Sri Lanka
Empowering individuals to make informed and self-directed career decisions throughout their lives.
Key Features of Career Counselling
Strategic Framework
Part of the National Strategic Plan 2025-2029, providing accessible, high-quality counselling services across all educational sectors.
Client-Centred Approach
Focus on individual values, goals, and circumstances, emphasizing self-determination in decision-making.
Integration Across Sectors
Seamless integration into general education, higher education, and TVET sectors for continuous career development support.
Digital Innovation in Career Guidance
CareerOne Platform
Streamlines services, enhances job matching, and supports skills development.
CareerMe App
Offers personalized career tests and reports for youth career selection.
Impact and Goals
- Optimizes human capital by aligning individual potential with labor market demands
- Catalyzes social mobility by equipping disadvantaged groups with opportunities
- Promotes lifelong career development and adaptability to changing work environments
Professional Development
National Institute of Education
Dedicated counselling unit for academic and professional guidance
SLIIT
Specialized career guidance and mentorship programs
Ocean University
Comprehensive career development support services