Student Loan Counselor

Become a Certified Student Loan Counselor

As a generation struggles with student loan debt, counselors who can help them navigate repayment options are in strong demand. With around 43 million Americans balancing $1.5 trillion in federal student loan debt, a student loan counselor’s work is both meaningful and much needed. In this 100% online course, you will learn to help those with student loan debt work their way to timely repayment. Upon successful completion, you will be prepared to take and pass the Certified Student Loan Counselor exam, offered by the National Association of Certified Credit Counselors (NACCC).

Job Outlook for Student Loan Counselors

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) anticipates a 4% growth in job demand for Personal Financial Advisors, including student loan counselors, between now and 2029. This matches the overall expected job growth during that period. The BLS notes that credit counselors are expected to be in especially strong demand. Since they work directly and personally with borrowers, their positions are likely to thrive even as technology displaces more traditional financial advisors.
According to ZipRecruiter.com, the national average salary for student loan counselors is $49,779 per year. The site reports that most make between $28-74,000 annually.

Registration and Enrollment

This course is open enrollment. You can enroll and begin at any time.

What do Student Loan Counselors do?
According to the NACCC, student loan counselors help relieve the burden of student loan debt by helping borrowers learn how to manage their student loans.

Certified Student Loan Counselors:

Know various strategies for handling student loans
Counsel those who are struggling with student debt
Educate borrowers on options for managing student loan debt

Is certification important for Student Loan Counselors?
Certification by the NACCC signals that you are a trained professional who understands the higher education funding system, including loan requirements. It indicates that you are familiar with the latest trends in legislation that governs student loan policy. NACCC certification is also recognized by several influential employers such as regional workforce development boards, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the National Disability Institute, and the United Way.

Can Student Loan Counselors work anywhere?
Although there is not a formal, national license standard for student loan counselors, local or state governments, agencies or employers may have their own requirements. Student loan counselors may work for public or private agencies, financial counseling services or institutions of higher education. Some offer their services to private clients and work from home or remote offices.

How the federal and private student loan systems work
Latest in trends and legislation that governs student loans
Strategies for borrowing, managing and repaying student loans
Methods for counseling and educating those struggling with student debt
Enter the job market with a certification recognized by several industries

To enroll in this Student Loan Counseling course, you must be an active member of NACCC. To become a member of NACCC, you must hold either the Certified Credit Counselor or Financial Health Counselor designation.