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Would you like to know more about career development as a profession?
The Australian Blueprint for Career Development outlines the 11 career management competencies that individuals need to manage their life, learning and work across the lifespan. The Blueprint has a number of applications; although its primary use is to guide the design and review of career development programs and activities. Further information and a wide range of supporting resources are also available from the website. http://www.blueprint.edu.au
For a detailed description of a career development practitioner see the online Job Guide. Jobs in this profession are also known as careers advisors and guidance officers.
http://www.jobguide.thegoodguides.com.au/occupation/view/251413A
The Career Industry Council of Australia (CICA) is the national representative body of career practitioner organisations. CICA promotes and supports the career development of all Australians through its involvement in policy development and best practice.
http://cica.org.au
Australian Career Development Studies is a free resource for anyone wanting to learn more about career development. There are three modules – the first covers career development basics in a brief, enjoyable and easily understood format.
http://www.career.edu.au/career/
Scholarships for School Career Advisors are available each year for further study or industry placements.
http://www.dest.gov.au/careerscholarships
The Professional Standards for Career Practitioners were developed by CICA following extensive consultation with professional careers associations and the careers community. The Standards were introduced in January 2006 and will be phased in until 2012.
http://www.cica.org.au/index.pl?page=7
