Supporting every Congolese student to discover their talents, develop their potential and choose their educational path to become fulfilled, engaged citizens.
School guidance is a support process that helps students from pre-primary to secondary school know themselves better, discover their aptitudes, interests and values, and make informed educational choices that fit who they are and what they aspire to.
In the context of New Citizenship promoted by the Ministry of National Education and New Citizenship, school guidance aims to train responsible citizens who understand their abilities and can actively contribute to the development of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Help each student identify their strengths, natural skills and areas of excellence to build positive self-esteem.
Guide students in choosing streams (general, technical, vocational) based on their aptitudes and the needs of the Congolese labour market.
Encourage students to make thoughtful decisions and take responsibility for their educational and career choices.
Ensure all students, regardless of gender, background or economic situation, have access to quality guidance.
Train citizens who understand their role in Congolese society and can contribute to sustainable national development.
Prevent school leaving by helping students find meaning in their pathway and build motivation.
At this level, guidance focuses on awakening and discovery:
At primary level, guidance aims to:
In secondary school, guidance becomes more specific:
Individual or group sessions with guidance counsellors to discuss projects, difficulties and aspirations.
Assessment tools to identify students’ strengths, interests and preferences across different areas.
Company and institution visits and observation placements to discover the world of work in the DRC.
Guides on streams, careers, higher education institutions and training opportunities in the DRC.
Take an active part in their own guidance, explore their interests and join proposed activities.
Observe students’ aptitudes, encourage them and point them to appropriate resources.
Support their child, listen, back their choices and work with the school.
Provide information, advice and professional support to students and families.
School guidance is an investment in every Congolese student’s future. By helping them discover their talents and make informed choices, we help build a generation of responsible, skilled citizens committed to the development of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
For more information, contact your school’s guidance service or the Ministry of National Education and New Citizenship.
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