Professional Development

Careers Conference

The Careers Conference is hosted by the Center on Education and Work, part of the School of Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. It is one of the largest and most comprehensive events of its kind, featuring top quality professional development for those who work with students and adults of all ages.

Careers Conference

Career Development Facilitator Certification

What is a Career Development Facilitator?

A Career Development Facilitator (CDF) is a person who works in any career development setting or who incorporates career development information or skills in their work with students, adults, clients, employees, or the public. A CDF has received in-depth training in the areas of career development in the form of 120 class/instructional hours, provided by a nationally qualified and certified trainer.

This training is centered around developing 12 competencies in the field, which were developed by the National Career Development Association (NCDA), the professional association for career development in the United States. After completion of the training, the individual may apply for and receive national certification through the Center for Credentialing and Education, a subsidiary of the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC).

Career Development Facilitator Training

Summer Institute for Career Professionals

The annual Summer Institute, hosted by the Center on Education and Work, University of Wisconsin- Madison, is an ideal way to gain professional development and continuing education credit in the summer. While designed specifically for certified CDFs and CDF Instructors, the workshops are open to anyone who works in or has an interest in career development or education for work.

Summer Institute for Career Professionals

WC-Connection

WC-Connection will make information about your business or organization available to thousands of young people and adults throughout Wisconsin. You will also be able to contribute your knowledge and your experience to your community and your schools.

WC-Connection