U.S. Code of Federal Regulations
Regulations most recently checked for updates: Sep 16, 2025
(a) Purpose of counseling. The purpose of counseling is to assist:
(1) In selecting an educational or training objective;
(2) In developing a suitable program of education or training;
(3) In selecting an educational institution or training establishment appropriate for the attainment of the educational or training objective;
(4) In resolving any personal problems which are likely to interfere with successful pursuit of a program;
(5) In selecting an employment objective for the eligible person that would be likely to provide the eligible person with satisfactory employment opportunities in light of his or her circumstances.
(1) Identifying and removing reasons for academic difficulties which may result in interruption or discontinuance of training; or
(2) In considering changes in career plans, and making sound decisions about the changes.
