Getting your child the right support shouldn’t feel complicated. This guide walks you through exactly how to begin with Counseling Shortcuts—from the first hello to your child’s first personalized class.
Note: Counseling Shortcuts provides education-focused programs (schooling, tutoring, guidance, skills). We do not provide therapy services.
Step 1: Book a Free Discovery Call (Day 0)
Goal: Understand your child’s needs and goals.
What happens:
- A 15–20 minute call to learn about grade, board, current challenges, and goals (exams, stream selection, skills).
- Quick overview of our offerings: School of Tomorrow (SOT), 1:1 Tutoring, Career Guidance & Assessments, Soft-Skill Tracks, and Academic Kits.
Outcome: We recommend the right track (or a combo) based on your priorities.
Step 2: Baseline Assessments (Day 1–2)
Goal: Map current level and learning style.
Tools we use:
- Academic Snapshot: short concept checks in core subjects.
- 360° Persona (optional): learning preferences, motivation, habits.
- Career Guidance Test (for Grades 8–12): aptitude + interest alignment.
Outcome: A clear starting point with strengths, gaps, and suggested focus areas.
Step 3: Choose Your Program (Day 2)
Pick the plan that fits your child best (you can mix & match):
- SOT (Flexible K–12 Online School): CBSE, ICSE, State Boards, NWAC.
- 1:1 Live Tutoring: hyper-personal sessions for any subject.
- Career Guidance & Mentoring: stream selection, college roadmap.
- Soft-Skills & Future Skills: communication, coding, leadership.
COCO vs POCO: - COCO: Company Owned, Company Operated—uniform delivery by us.
- POCO: Partner Owned, Company Operated—local access, same quality managed by us.
Step 4: Personalized Learning Plan (Day 2–3)
We draft a custom plan that includes:
- Weekly timetable (day or night learning slots)
- Subjects, tutors, and learning milestones
- Assessment cadence (quizzes, checkpoints, reviews)
- Parent update rhythm (dashboard + calls)
You review → we tweak → you approve.
Step 5: Enrollment & Documentation (Day 3–4)
What we’ll ask for (as applicable):
- Student details (name, grade, board)
- Previous report card (for academic continuity)
- Parent contact details for dashboards & updates
Payment options: one-time or easy installments (as per plan).
Step 6: Onboarding & Kit Delivery (Day 4–7)
- Platform access: student & parent dashboards activated.
- Welcome orientation: how to join classes, contact mentors, use resources.
- Academic Kit (if chosen): laptop (pre-configured), books, stationery, uniform (SOT).
Tech checklist: stable internet, webcam, and a quiet corner.
Step 7: First-Week Launch (Week 1)
- Warm-up classes to establish pace & rapport.
- 1:1 doubt-clearing in weak areas.
- Parent check-in at the end of week 1 to confirm everything’s smooth.
Step 8: Live Classes, Tutoring & Skills (Week 2 onward)
- SOT classes (board-aligned) + 1:1 tutoring where needed.
- Skill tracks (communication/coding/leadership) as per plan.
- Homework help & practice sheets inside your dashboard.
Everything is recorded & tracked for full transparency.
Step 9: Progress Tracking & Parent Transparency
Inside your Parent Dashboard, you’ll see:
- Attendance & class logs
- Concepts mastered & pending
- Quiz/Assessment scores
- Tutor notes & next steps
- Upcoming timetable & reminders
Step 10: Monthly Reviews & Adjustments
Every 4 weeks, we review:
- Academic progress vs goals
- Timetable optimizations (add/shift classes)
- Next-month targets (e.g., exam readiness, skill milestones)
You’ll always know what’s working and what’s next.
Optional Add-Ons (Anytime)
- Exam Bootcamps: Boards / CUET / Olympiads
- Project-based Learning: STEM, coding projects, communication showcases
- College Prep Tracks: SOPs, portfolios, interview prep
Quick Timeline (At a Glance)
- Day 0: Discovery call
- Day 1–2: Assessments
- Day 2–3: Personalized Plan
- Day 3–4: Enrollment & access
- Day 4–7: Onboarding + kit (if opted)
- Week 1: Launch + parent check-in
- Week 2+: Full flow + monthly reviews
What Makes Getting Started Easy with Counseling Shortcuts
- Education-only focus (no therapy): clear, specialized expertise
- COCO & POCO operations: same quality, wider reach
- Board-specific curriculum + 1:1 tutoring
- Flexible day/night schedules for real-life routines
- Parent-first transparency with dashboards & review calls
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Do you replace my child’s school?
- If you enroll in SOT, yes (if applicable)—SOT is your online school (board-aligned).
- If you choose 1:1 tutoring only, we complement your existing school.
Q2. Can we start with tutoring first and add more later?
Absolutely. Many families start with 1–2 subjects and scale up.
Q3. Is quality the same in POCO locations?
Yes. Company Operated means our team runs academics, training, and QC.
Q4. Do you provide mental health therapy?
No. We’re an education platform. We offer career & academic guidance only.
Q5. How soon can we start?
Most families start within 0–3 days of the discovery call.