Announcing Spring Webinars: Future Careers, Career Learning, Social Determinants of Mental Health, and More!

CERIC is excited to announce an enriching lineup of spring webinars designed to equip career professionals, educators and counsellors with cutting-edge insights and practical strategies to enhance their practice. Join us for an engaging series of webinars this season, covering topics from future career trends to the integration of AI in career services.

• Navigating 2040 and Beyond: The Futures of Careers and Career Developer Roles | Monday, March 4, 2024 – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET | Jessica Thornton and Heather Russek

Explore the transformative trends that will shape the careers of tomorrow. This free webinar will delve into the emerging industries, technological advancements and societal shifts expected to define the career landscape in 2040. With this free webinar, you will gain valuable insights into preparing your clients for future opportunities and challenges.

• Empowering Educators: Exploring Possibilities for Children’s Career Learning in Grades 4-6 | Friday, March 22, 2024 – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET | Dr. Lorraine Godden, Nicki Moore, Dr. Stefan Merchant and Dr. Heather Nesbitt

Discover innovative approaches to integrate career learning in elementary education. This free webinar will provide educators with practical tools and strategies to inspire children from grades 4 to 6 and foster early career exploration. Equip youth with the foundational skills and knowledge to navigate their future careers.

• Career Practice Principles: Bridging Theory and Everyday Practice | Monday, March 25, 2024 – 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm ET | Dr. Nancy Arthur, Dr. Roberta Borgen (Neault) and Dr. Mary McMahon

This free webinar will bridge the gap between career theory and everyday practice. It will offer practical insights and real-world applications to enhance your career counselling practice. Learn effective techniques to support your clients in achieving their career goals.

• Social Determinants of Mental Health: Navigating Difficult Conversations for Enhanced Client Well-Being | Thursdays, April 4, 11 & 18, 2024 – 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm ET | Seanna Quressette and Catherine Hajnal

Through this insightful paid three-part webinar series, explore the critical role of social determinants in shaping mental health outcomes. Learn from experts on how to address these factors to improve mental well-being in various community and professional settings.

• Canada’s Career Development Landscape: Hidden Sector, Hidden Talent, and Next Steps Revealed | Friday, April 19, 2024 – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET | Lisa Taylor and Taryn Blanchard

Uncover the hidden gems within Canada’s career development sector. This free webinar will explore the diverse roles and opportunities within the sector, highlighting pathways for career development professionals. Learn how to navigate and leverage this dynamic field to advance your career and help your clients.

• Beyond the Hype: Your Complete Roadmap to Using AI Tools to Improve Career Services | Wednesdays, May 8, 15 & 22, 2024 – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET | Marie Zimenoff

Delve into the world of AI and its applications in career services. This paid three-part webinar series will provide a comprehensive roadmap for integrating AI tools to enhance career counselling and development practices. Discover innovative AI solutions to better serve your clients and streamline your services.

Paid webinars will be recorded and individual certificates of attendance will be provided to all registered participants who attend the webinars live.

CERIC partners with associations and organizations across Canada and beyond to present webinars that offer affordable professional development. Previously, CERIC has also worked with the Association of Service Providers for Employability and Career Training BC, BC Career Development Association, Canadian Association of Career Educators and Employers, Canadian Association for Supported Employment, Career Development Association of Alberta, Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, Career Professionals of Canada, Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada, Experiential and Work-Integrated Learning Ontario, First Work, Labour Market Information Council, New Brunswick Career Development Association, Nova Scotia Career Development Association, Ontario Association of Career Management, Ontario School Counsellors’ Association, Association Québécoise des professionnels du développement de carrière, Ordre des conseillers et conseillères d’orientation du Québec, Career Development Association of New Zealand and the US-based National Career Development Association.