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Facilitating Career Development Introduction

Competencies of CDFs Helping Skills - be proficient in the basic career facilitating process Diverse Populations - recognize special needs of various groups and adapt services to meet needs Ethical and Legal Issues - follow CDF code of ethics and know current legislative regulations

Competencies of CDFs Consultation - accept suggestions for performance improvement from consultants or supervisors Career Development Models - understand career development theories, models, and techniques Assessment - Comprehend and use (under supervision) formal and informal career development assessments

Competencies of CDFs Labor Market Information and Resources - understand labor market and occupational information and trends Technology - comprehend and use career development computer applications Employability Skills - know job search  and placement strategies, especially in work with specific groups

Competencies of CDFs Training Clients and Peers - prepare and develop materials for training programs Program Management/Implementation - understand programs and their implementation in liaison with others Promotion and Public Relations - market and promote career development programs in collaboration with  staff and supervisors

Methods of Learning Reading the textbook as assigned Doing other out-of-class assignments, such as using Websites, completing worksheets, and visiting sites Using the complementary electronic version of each chapter

Methods of Learning Class lecturettes Class discussion In-class activities with other students Keeping a personal journal Keeping a personal career portfolio

Typical CDF Tasks Conduct intake interviews and record information gained Identify a client’s interests, skills, needs, barriers, and resources Apply the resources of your organization to meet identified needs Develop a written plan of action with each client

Typical CDF Tasks Administer tests and inventories, under supervision Help each client find, understand, and know how to use information Help clients know how to find job openings, develop effective resumes, and participate in an effective job interview Help clients find and keep a job

Typical CDF Tasks Provide instruction to clients on topics related to career planning Identify agencies to which clients can be referred Maintain secure, accurate, and confidential records about clients Assist in the development, delivery, and promotion of services offered by your agency

Typical CDF Work Settings High schools Community and four-year colleges Job Service offices One-stop centers Community agencies

Requirements for Certification Successful completion of this curriculum Completion of one of four combinations of education and experience Agreement to follow the ethical guidelines for Career Development Facilitators (CDFs) Application to the Center for Credentialing and Education (CCE) Payment of a fee