In the ASCA Model, which item is specifically considered regarding the student?

• A. Factor developmental and chronological age of the student
• B. Assess student, parental rights & circumstances
• C. Consult direction from the law, ACA code of ethics, and ASCA code of ethics
• D. Adhere to ethical and moral principles

Answer: (A)

In the ASCA Model, how a student is developing and how old they are directly shape what content, supports, and interventions are appropriate. The counselor uses the student’s developmental stage and chronological age to determine what goals are realistic, what skills to teach, and how to deliver services in a way that matches the student’s abilities and readiness. This keeps counseling relevant and effective for each individual learner.

The other aspects, while important to practice, are not centered on the student’s personal characteristics. Considering parental rights and circumstances involves family context and consent matters, not the student’s own developmental status. Consulting laws and professional ethics codes ensures proper practice, and adhering to ethical principles guides behavior, but neither focuses on the student’s age and developmental level in planning services.