2018 Conference-At-A-Glance - TBA

A detailed conference agenda will be available in January 2018. For information on a "typical" NCDA conference, you may download the 2017 Program Book - DAILY AGENDA ONLY

You may also view 2017 sessions and specific agenda items utilizing the NCDA conference App. You can download the conference App from Google Play or the Apple Store by searching for NCDA.  Many presenters have uploaded their handouts and PowerPoint presentations to the NCDA Conference App. To view the app on your desk top please visit: https://event.crowdcompass.com/ncda2017 . The 2018 NCDA Conference App will be available in May 2018.

Is This Your First Conference with NCDA?
We suggest you review some of the conference lingo described at the bottom of this page. You can also read further details on our FAQ page or the article in our web magazine, "How to Make the Most of Your NCDA Conference Experience".

AGENDA ITEMS ONLINE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE! View the Program Book or Conference App for current details.

Continuing Education Hours Available

Attendees can receive up to 12 continuing education hours for attending educational sessions. Additional continuing education hours (up to 8) can be obtained by attending the pre-conference Professional Development Institutes. NCDA has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP #1003.  Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit will be clearly identified. NCDA is solely responsible for all aspects of this program.

Did you know...? NCDA's Guide to Conference Lingo:

Presentations are the most familiar and frequent sessions.  Lasting 60-70 minutes, there are close to 90 choices starting Thursdayafternoon and going through Saturday morning. 

Roundtables are two 30-minute presentations.  Attendees have the opportunity to have a more interactive session at one roundtable then choose a second roundtable after the first round is completed within the 60 or 70 minute Program Series time frame. Roundtables are offered at the same time as Presentation sessions. Roundtable Sessions can accommodate up to 20 attendees per Roundtable. 

Professional Development Institutes are additional in-depth learning experiences. These provide 4 additional continuing education contact hours. These are not included in the conference registration.  They require an additional registration and fee and are only offered on Wednesday.

Career Talks Modeled on the popular Ted Talks, these quick presentations (15 minutes) provide the opportunity to share new ideas on a wide-range of career topics. Have a new theory to share? Want to spark a conversation around a particular issue? Have a new way of using a traditional tool? Think about it in a Career Talk!

Graduate Student Poster Sessions Graduate students just joining our field have a great deal to share with NCDA members. If you are a graduate student, we highly encourage you to share information about your research, your practice, your program, or other thoughts on the field!

Constituency Group Meetings
NCDA utilizes a constituency model to better represent and serve the diverse needs of our members. At this year's conference, you will once again have the opportunity to meet with the trustee for the constituency group that most closely represents your work setting or interest affiliation. These groupings are designed to help you in your networking, to facilitate greater connection with colleagues who may share similar interests and work settings, and to enhance communication between the membership and the NCDA Board. Constituency groups are easily identifiable by their different colored name badge holders. Be sure to make your travel arrangements so you can participate in these special meetings:

• Blue: School Career Counselors and Specialists – Trustee Ray Davis, Ray Davis Consulting 
• Black: Higher Education Career Counselors and Specialists – Trustee Brian Montalvo, Florida Atlantic University
• Gray: Private Practice, Business & Industry, and Agencies – Trustee Hyung Joon Yoon, George Washington University
• Red: Counselor Educators and Researchers – Trustee Kathy Evans, University of South Carolina

First Timer's Session is for those attendees who have never been to an NCDA Global Career Development Conference. It is a great opportunity to meet others and learn how to maximize your conference experience.  Presented by seasoned conference veterans!

Cyber Showcase: Tour the NCDA website, practice using the new conference app or learn how to get published in the NCDA web magazine, Career Convergence. Attend a short 30 minute event, or stop in anytime with your questions about the cyber side of NCDA.

NCDA Party
Join friends and colleagues as we celebrate career development!  This family friendly event will include entertainment, food, desserts and a great time guaranteed!! Guest tickets may be purchased in advance or at the NCDA Registration Desk. Entrance is free to conference attendees. 

NCDA Conference App
Be sure to check out the Conference App. This is an excellent way to electronically schedule your conference sessions, network with other conference attendees, find out more about conference presenters, and much more. The Conference App is now available. Visit the Apple Store or Google Play Store to download the App free. Just search NCDA.

National Career Development Association (NCDA) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 1003. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. NCDA is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

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