By Dheya Career Mentors · 3 min read · Updated 28 October 2026

Starting a Career Guidance Practice: What to Know Before You Invest

Career guidance is meaningful work. Before investing, understand what it takes.

Why people consider it

Many students and professionals seek structured guidance, and teachers, HR professionals and counsellors often want to use their experience to help.

Questions before investing

  • What training and supervision are provided?
  • What assessments and methods are used, and are they evidence-based?
  • What ongoing support exists after training?
  • Can you speak with current practitioners?
  • Are fees and refund terms clearly written?

What success requires

Building a practice takes time: learning, client trust, local outreach and consistent quality. Be wary of any offer that promises guaranteed income.

Becoming a certified career mentor

Dheya's Mentor University offers a structured certification pathway for people who want to mentor students and professionals. Training is led by Master Mentors, who supervise early casework. Current fees are ₹29,500 including GST for Tier 1, or ₹47,200 including GST for Tier 1 and Tier 2 together; see the Mentor University page for batch dates.

Earnings depend on your own effort, local demand and the clients you work with. No income is guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a psychology degree?

Not always. Structured training and supervised practice matter; check each programme's requirements.

Is income guaranteed?

No. It depends on your effort, market and client relationships.

Keep exploring

Not sure which path fits you?

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