American School Counselor Association
"The American School Counselor Association (ASCA) is the foundation that expands the image and influence of professional school counselors through advocacy, leadership, collaboration and systemic change. ASCA empowers professional school counselors with the knowledge, skills, linkages, and resources to promote student success in the school, the home, the community, and the world."
ASCA National Model
ASCA's Ethical Standards
ASCA has developed a code of ethics in which professional school counselors should adhere to. The Ethical Standards for School Counselors focuses on the many aspects of the school counselor's role including: responsibilities to students, confidentiality, referrals, student records, technology, parent rights, and responsibilities to the school and community.