Wednesday, November 13th, 2024
8am-Noon ET via Zoom

Our virtual conference aims to bring together career development professionals, educators, and practitioners from the state of Michigan and beyond to explore innovative tools, strategies, and best practices for supporting clients and job seekers in navigating today's dynamic job market.

Registration Cost: $25 per person
You do not need to be a MichCDA member to attend this conference. However, if you are interested in joining MichCDA, check out our Membership options here.

Each attendee must register individually - group registrations cannot be accepted.

Why Attend?

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, career development professionals must be equipped with the latest strategies, tools, and insights to effectively guide their clients through various transitions. This half-day virtual mini-conference offers a unique opportunity to gain cutting-edge knowledge, connect with fellow professionals, and earn valuable credentials—all from the comfort of your home or office.

What You’ll Gain:

  • Certificate of Attendance: All Attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance after the event that can be used for tracking purposes.

  • 3 CEUs and/or Career SCECHs for K-12 Educators: This conference is approved for three (3) CEUs for K-12 educator SCECHs and meets continuing education requirements for the NCDA six credentials and the GCDF credential. 

  • Actionable Insights: Learn practical strategies you can apply immediately to your work.

Featured Sessions:

  1. Age of Adaptability: Supporting Different Generations Through Career Transition Explore how to effectively support clients of all ages as they navigate career changes. This session will provide you with insights into the unique challenges and opportunities that different generations face in the workforce, helping you to tailor your approach to meet their specific needs.

  2. Strategies to Use Your Career Development Skills Outside Academia; Is Private Practice for You? Considering a move into private practice? Discover how your skills as a career development professional can thrive outside the academic setting. This session will delve into the benefits and challenges of private practice, providing you with the tools and resources to decide if this path is right for you.

  3. Leveraging Technology for Collective Growth In a world where technology is reshaping the way we work, learn how to harness these advancements for the collective growth of your clients and your practice. This session will cover the latest tech trends and tools, including AI, that can enhance your service delivery and expand your reach.

  4. Networking with Career Development Leaders You will have an opportunity to network and chat about current events and hot topics with career development professionals. This is designed to allow you to bring up ideas, topics, or events that may be helpful for others or encourage insightful discussion.

Who Should Attend?

  • Career Development Practitioners

  • K-12 Career Educators

  • Career Coaches/Advisors/Counselors

  • Academic Advisors

  • Private Practice Counselors/Coaches

  • Individuals in Government, Industry, or Business spaces related to Career Development

  • Anyone passionate about guiding others in their career journey!

Conference Agenda

Don’t Miss This Opportunity!

Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise, broaden your professional network, or explore new avenues with your current skillset, our mini-conference is the perfect place to start. Together, let’s empower the future of career development by developing ourselves as professionals!

For questions regarding this event, please email info@michcda.org.