It is often the teacher to whom the adult
learner first turns for advice on issues ranging from educational and
vocational options to employment, family, health, emotional, and legal issues.
Do you know when to provide guidance and advice and when to refer learners to
professional counselors and other available community services? In this course,
you will explore the advantages and limitations of the teacher’s role as an
adviser, learn about community resources, and identify strategies for listening
and responding to student needs. The estimated course completion time is 12
hours.