Within general education institutions, a range of specialised staff—including psychologists, counsellors, social workers and inclusive education specialists—provide support services to students and families. Their work is grounded in Article 21 of the Law on General Education and aligned with national strategies for inclusive and child-centred education.

These professionals assist in addressing learning difficulties, promoting social and emotional well-being, and facilitating career and academic guidance. They collaborate closely with teachers, parents, and local resource centers to ensure early identification of support needs and effective interventions. Typical qualifications include higher education in psychology, pedagogy, or counselling, along with participation in ongoing professional development programs organised by MoESY and its partner organisations.

School psychologists and counsellors provide psychosocial and behavioural support, while career guidance specialists assist students in educational and professional planning. The Law on General Education requires that every public school have access to at least one qualified psychologist or counsellor, either on staff or through municipal services.

Qualifications for guidance staff typically include higher education in psychology, pedagogy or counselling. Continuing professional development is supported by the LEPL – National Center for Teacher Professional Development (TPDC). Salaries and working conditions follow national teacher employment standards.

In early childhood education, support services are organised at the municipal level and depend on local arrangements. Municipalities may provide access to psychologists or other specialists; however, the structure and availability of such services vary across municipalities.