Which term describes the knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes that all school counselors should possess?

• A. ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors
• B. ASCA School Counselor Competencies
• C. National Counseling Competencies
• D. Counselor Professional Standards

Answer: (B)

This item is about the framework that defines what school counselors should know and be able to do. The ASCA School Counselor Competencies lay out the knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes all school counselors should possess to support students’ academic, career, and social-emotional development. It serves as the standard for training, supervision, and accountability, guiding how counselors are prepared, evaluated, and expected to practice across schools.

The other resources mentioned are different kinds of guidance: the ethical standards address professional conduct and decision-making; the national counseling competencies cover general counseling practice outside the school context; and generic counselor standards aren’t specific to the school setting.