Which counseling type addresses disciplinary issues separate from performance?

• A. Personal counseling
• B. Counseling for development
• C. Administrative counseling
• D. Performance counseling

Answer: (C)

Administrative counseling is used when addressing misconduct or disciplinary issues separate from how well someone performs their duties. It focuses on behavior, policy compliance, and accountability, and is often documented to track corrective actions. This keeps performance feedback distinct, which centers on meeting job standards and results. Personal counseling deals with welfare and morale, development counseling with growth and future potential, and performance counseling with how effectively duties are performed. When the issue is discipline rather than performance, administrative counseling is the appropriate choice.