The need to effectively bridge the gap between the classroom and the world of work has ignited interest in experiential learning. CERIC’s new literature search, Experiential Learning and Career Development, takes a wide lens to experiential learning or “learning through reflection on doing,” which can include classroom-based learning (eg, case studies, simulations, team work) as…
Career professionals often work with clients by using a variety of assessment tools and strategies. How do we identify the right type of tool to fit client needs? The Spring-Summer collaborative issue of Careering magazine with the US-based National Career Development Assessment (NCDA) highlights the theme of “Career Assessments” from a broad range of perspectives.…
While there has been progress in advancing inclusion for students with disabilities in Canadian colleges and universities, there is still work to be done to reduce structural barriers, discrimination and alienation from access to career education and work-integrated learning, according to the Final Report of a CERIC-funded project undertaken by the National Educational Association of…
CERIC’s 2019 Summer Skills Academy will feature a special one-day interactive training opportunity: Career Counselling with Soul with career expert, professor and keynote speaker Dr Spencer Niles. This seminar will be held on Tuesday, August 13 at the CERIC office in Toronto. Today, many people struggle to express their “true selves” in the work they…
CERIC will be travelling to locations across Canada starting this month for a series of roadshows. These learning and networking events introduce attendees to CERIC’s programs and publications and provide the opportunity to connect with like-minded professional peers. Roadshows are inclusive events, designed to allow conversations between all who have a stake in career development,…
CERIC is pleased to announce the keynote speakers for Cannexus20, Canada’s largest bilingual National Career Development Conference. Cannexus is designed to promote the exchange of information and explore innovate approaches in the areas of career counselling and career and workforce development. The conference takes place January 27-29, 2020 at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa and is expected to…
With the development and adoption of new artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics technologies, one in seven people will need to find a new occupation by 2030: one in two for women and peoples of colour. A new CERIC and Career Development Association of Alberta (CDAA) webinar series – AI-Powered, Human-Centred Career Development & Coaching: Preparing for…
CERIC is pleased to be partnering with the BC Career Development Association (BCCDA) to offer a 3-part webinar series – Trauma-Informed Career Development: How to Recognize and Effectively Respond to Trauma in Your Practice with Trauma Counsellor Seanna Quressette. As more clients come to career services with a history of trauma, it is essential that career…
CERIC will fund a new research project in Quebec that will examine how services can better support the professional integration of immigrants in response to the struggles many face despite being selected for their qualifications and having high levels of education and training. The project will be led by Marcelline Bangali, Professor at Université Laval’s…
CERIC invites individuals or organizations with an interest in presenting at the Cannexus20 National Career Development Conference to submit a brief outline for consideration using the Proposal Form and encourages them to inform colleagues or students of this opportunity. The bilingual conference takes place January 27-29, 2020 at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa and is…
