Guidance and counselling activities form an important as a support for studies, and arrangements for an introduction to working life. Guidance and counselling activities are to constitute a continuum lasting the duration of basic education. The fact, that teachers participating in the guidance work together with study counsellors guarantees that pupils get guidance and counselling services during their studies and in transition phases of the study path.
It is the task of all teachers to guide pupils in their study, to help them develop learning skills and capabilities, and to prevent the emergence of study-related problems. It is the task of every teacher to support the pupils' personal growth, development, and participation.
In addition to preventive activities, guidance and counselling implemented at the school should especially support those pupils who have difficulties with studying or who are in danger of dropping out.