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Selected aspects related to the roles and competencies of education and career counselors have been presented with respect to the definitions outlined in the European guidelines. A review of selected legal regulations has been included with respect to guidance services, particularly in the school environment. Selected outcomes of education and career guidance have been mentioned. A part of the article is focused on counselor’s competencies. Selected scientific theories stand as a basis of both competencies and the role of a counselor presented in the article.