consultation
The theories, methods and concepts related to consultation and communication with clients.
consultation — the theories, methods and concepts related to consultation and communication with clients. McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the enduring band (SCI 46.58/100) — a human-connection anchor whose value is projected to hold or grow through 2030. ESCO classifies it as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 5 occupations in our catalogue, including clinical psychologist, health psychologist, psychologist, and aromatherapist.
Occupations that require consultation
Showing top 5 of 5 occupations · ranked by India employment volume, then AI-durability.
Frequently asked questions
What is consultation?
The theories, methods and concepts related to consultation and communication with clients.
What category of skill is consultation?
ESCO classifies consultation under the knowledge category, specifically in the management and administration subcategory.
Is consultation an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the enduring band (SCI 46.58/100) — a human-connection anchor whose value is projected to hold or grow through 2030. This is a durable skill to invest in — high human-connection skills consistently resist automation.
Which jobs require consultation?
In our catalogue, 5 occupations list consultation as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include clinical psychologist, health psychologist, psychologist, aromatherapist, education welfare officer.
How transferable is consultation between industries?
ESCO tags consultation as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is consultation the same as theories of consultation and communication with clients?
Yes — consultation is also known as theories of consultation and communication with clients, consultations, theories related to consultation, or concepts of consultation. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn consultation?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands consultation and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.