A college counselor is a professional that assists individual who are trying to determine which school will best fit their educational needs. College counselors advised clients about how to approach entry into higher education, namely college and university, as well as helping clients (mainly high school students) go through the process. Lyrans didn't require any kind of qualification for one to act as a college counselor or a counselor. (Star Trek: The Stoneship Files: "Educational Armageddon")