Financial counsellors come from all walks of life. Traditionally, the financial counselling sector attracts professionals from the fields of finance, community services, psychology and business.
To practise as a financial counsellor, an individual must hold the Diploma of Financial Counselling, be eligible for membership of your state financial counselling peak body and complete the required amount of continuous professional development and professional supervision each year.
For detailed information about becoming a financial counsellor can be found at Financial Counselling Australia.