Credit / Loan Counselor
Advise and educate individuals or organizations on acquiring and managing debt. May provide guidance in determining the best type of loan and explain loan requirements or restrictions. May help develop debt management plans or student financial aid packages. May advise on credit issues, or provide budget, mortgage, bankruptcy, or student financial aid counseling.
At a Glance
Credit / Loan Counselor earns an average of $55,500/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.7–2.7 years. Top skills: Loans, Customer Service, Communication.
$55,500/yr
High school or GED
1.7–2.7 years
15
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Credit Counselors
Median Wage
$50,480/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+3.3%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (12)
Loans
Collections
Finance
Mortgage Loans
Call Center Experience
Deposit Accounts
Loan Servicing
Financial Services
Real Estate
Loan Closing
Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Loan Documentation
Common Skills (18)
Customer Service
Communication
Computer Literacy
Sales
Detail Oriented
Microsoft Office
Multitasking
Operations
Management
Interpersonal Communications
Problem Solving
Prioritization
Analytical Skills
Research
Multilingualism
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