How do they match: Credit Counselors

  • Credit Counselors

  • Consumer Credit Counselor
  • Credit Balance Specialist
  • Credit Card Specialist
  • Credit Counselor
  • Credit Representative
  • Credit Review Specialist
  • Credit Services Specialist
  • Credit Specialist
  • Credit Support Counselor
  • Credit Support Specialist
  • Branch Credit Counselor
  • Certified Consumer Credit and Housing Counselor
  • Certified Credit Consultant
  • Certified Credit Counselor
  • Certified Credit and Housing Counselor
  • Financial Aid Officer

  • 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.

  • Assess clients' overall financial situations by reviewing income, assets, debts, expenses, credit reports, or other financial information.
  • Disburse funds from client accounts to creditors.
  • Explain general financial topics to clients, such as credit report ratings, bankruptcy laws, consumer protection laws, wage attachments, or collection actions.
  • Explain services or policies to clients, such as debt management program rules, advantages and disadvantages of using services, or creditor concession policies.
  • Investigate missing checks, payment histories, held funds, returned checks, or other related issues to resolve client or creditor problems.
  • Negotiate with creditors on behalf of clients to arrange for payment adjustments, interest rate reductions, time extensions, or payment plans.
  • Recommend educational materials or resources to clients on matters, such as financial planning, budgeting, or credit.
  • Refer clients to social service or community resources for needs beyond those of credit or debt counseling.

  • Disburse funds from clients accounts to creditors.