Career Development Association Australia

Career Development Association Australia Advancing Professional Career Discovery & Growth. We aspire to be leaders of excellence in career development.

The Career Development Association Australia (CDAA) is Australia’s largest cross-sectoral community of career development practitioners, with members in every state and territory and across all sectors of the profession. The CDAA is committed to the Professional Standards for Australian Career Development Practitioners and all CDAA members are bound by the CDAA Code of Ethics. Our intent is that w

e are a vibrant and diverse national community who share a collective interest in career development; and a desire to promote its ability to effect positive change and growth in the lives of all Australians. CDAA members have the knowledge, experience and commitment you need on your journey. Our members help their clients make occupational and study decisions, plan career transitions and find career information. They also work with organisations to support career and workforce development. Career support is a direct investment in your own future – one that can pay real dividends over your working life.

Calling all Maths teachers, STEM teachers and careers advisors in the Albury-Wodonga area! Have you heard about AMSI's I...
24/08/2026

Calling all Maths teachers, STEM teachers and careers advisors in the Albury-Wodonga area! Have you heard about AMSI's Industry Day for Teachers event? 🤔

This is your opportunity to learn about the incredible career and study opportunities out there for your maths students.

📍 La Trobe University Albury-Wodonga Campus
💸 100% FREE
🗓️ Thursday, 10 September

Secure your place ➡️ https://amsi.org.au/amsi-industry-day-for-teachers/

🤝 Engage with industry professionals.
🧭 Explore strategies to build student engagement in maths.
🧠 Insights into tertiary study options & pathways into STEM careers.
🎓 Receive a certificate that can be used as evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
💰Apply for a $500 CRT/travel bursary (only for Victorian high school teachers)

This is a paid advertisement supplied by AMSI. Please direct any questions about the event to AMSI.

Job searching can be a particularly vulnerable time, whether someone is experiencing job loss, transitioning from educat...
06/08/2026

Job searching can be a particularly vulnerable time, whether someone is experiencing job loss, transitioning from education, returning to work or navigating ongoing job-search pressures.

Join us for Session 2 of the Job Search Toolkit, Supporting Client Mental Health in Job Search, with Dr Seth Hayden.

Drawing on his expertise in career development and clinical mental health counselling, Seth will share practical insights to help practitioners recognise and respond to the mental health challenges clients may experience throughout the job-search journey.

📅 Tuesday 25 August 2026
⏰ 9.30am AEST | 11.30am NZST
💻 Online

Registrations are still open for the full Job Search Toolkit series.

Missed Session 1? Don’t worry. The recording is now available and will be provided to new registrants, so you can catch up before the next live session.

The full six-session series is $100 for CDAA and CDANZ members and $150 for non-members.

Full programme and registration info can be found here: Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/3rrzkrer

📢 Peer Learning Session: Making Labour Market Information Work for ClientsJoin CDAA National Secretary Julie Street for ...
30/07/2026

📢 Peer Learning Session: Making Labour Market Information Work for Clients

Join CDAA National Secretary Julie Street for an interactive peer learning discussion on turning complex labour market information (LMI) into practical, meaningful guidance for clients.

Building on the recent CICA seminar by Jenny Bimrose and Sally-Anne Barnes, this session will unpack:

🔹 Different forms and definitions of LMI
🔹 Ethical considerations and possible bias
🔹 Assessing data quality and relevance
🔹 Translating complex information for clients

This is a facilitated discussion, not a repeat presentation — come ready to share your experiences and learn from fellow career development professionals. Cameras on encouraged! 📹

Register now: https://tinyurl.com/ac4afdn7

Networking: Sports Community Evening – Career Development in ActionJoin CDAA NSW Division for an evening that brings car...
28/07/2026

Networking: Sports Community Evening – Career Development in Action

Join CDAA NSW Division for an evening that brings career development into the world of high-performance sport! 🏅

Connect with career development practitioners, education and wellbeing professionals, coaches, athletes and program leaders as we explore how career development, education and transition support work in practice within elite sport.

✅ See career development applied in a high-performance environment
✅ Hear from professionals across the sporting sector
✅ Explore ideas to adapt for your own clients and practice
✅ Build connections across the career, education and sporting communities

You don't need to work in sport to benefit — the insights on transitions, identity change and life beyond competition translate to many career development settings.

📅 Wednesday 19 August 2026
🕔 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm AEST
📍 Haymarket HQ, Level 2, 63 Dixon Street, Chinatown
🥂 Nibbles and drinks provided
🎓 2 hours CPD | Competency: Networking
💰 Free for CDAA members (non-members by invitation only)

Places are limited — register early!

🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/mu6ss4km

📢 ACT/NT E-Forum: Career Practitioner QualificationsCurious about qualifications in career development? Join this online...
17/07/2026

📢 ACT/NT E-Forum: Career Practitioner Qualifications

Curious about qualifications in career development? Join this online discussion covering everything from coaching certifications and Certificate IV, through to Graduate Certificates and Master's degrees.

We'll unpack what's required, what's optional, and what really matters in practice — including regulation, professional recognition, and the different pathways into the profession.

Whether you're new to the field, considering further study, or already qualified several times over, come along and be part of the conversation. Facilitated by CDAA Member Mita Das.

🗓️ When: Tuesday 18 August 2026, 12:00–1:00 PM AEST
📍 Where: Online
🎓 CPD: 1 hour (Professional Practice)
✅ Cost: Exclusive and FREE for CDAA Members — registration required

Register now → https://cdaa.org.au/Web/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=ACT2026AUG&WebsiteKey=fef7d4f0-ee46-405b-bab8-48d5f6d269bb

AMSI's Industry Day for Teachers events return to Victoria ✈️ℹ️ These FREE one-day professional development events for ...
16/07/2026

AMSI's Industry Day for Teachers events return to Victoria ✈️

ℹ️ These FREE one-day professional development events for high school STEM teachers and careers advisers showcase the many amazing career opportunities open to maths students.

📍Thurs 30 July – Melbourne | Swinburne University of Technology

📍Thurs 10 Sept – Albury, Vic | La Trobe University Albury-Wodonga

🤝 Engage with industry professionals.

🧭 Explore strategies to build student engagement in mathematics.

🧠 Gain insights into tertiary study options and pathways into STEM careers.

🎓 Receive a certificate that can be used as evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

💼 A limited number of $500 CRT/Travel Bursaries are available for Victorian high school teachers. To express your interest, please email [email protected]

🎁 Take home a complimentary AMSI showbag packed with useful resources and teaching materials.

☕ Enjoy complimentary catering throughout the day.

Secure your place ➡️ https://amsi.org.au/amsi-industry-day-for-teachers/

This is a paid advertisement supplied by AMSI. Please direct any questions about the event to AMSI.

☕ WA Networking: Mandurah Career Industry Breakfast Career practitioners in the Mandurah area — come connect over breakf...
16/07/2026

☕ WA Networking: Mandurah Career Industry Breakfast

Career practitioners in the Mandurah area — come connect over breakfast!

Join staff from community services, Workforce Australia, schools, universities, TAFE, RTOs and career consultants in private practice to expand your networks. Now more than ever, we need to collaborate, support and empower each other.

📅 Wednesday 22 July 2026, 7:30–9:30 AM (WAST)
📍 Mataya Eatery, 20 Sholl Street, Mandurah WA
💰 FREE (pay for your own food/drink)
🎓 2 CPD Hours – Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Hosted by CDAA Member Pamela Ledley. Non-members welcome!
Register now 👉
https://cdaa.org.au/Web/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=WAMAN2607&WebsiteKey=fef7d4f0-ee46-405b-bab8-48d5f6d269bb

2027 Scholarships for Bachelor of Construction Management StudentsDo you know a Year 12 student interested in studying a...
14/07/2026

2027 Scholarships for Bachelor of Construction Management Students

Do you know a Year 12 student interested in studying a Bachelor of Construction Management degree?

The Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS) is offering scholarships to support students throughout their studies. Successful applicants will receive cash payments during their degree, along with complimentary AIQS student membership.

For further information and to apply, visit:

https://www.aiqs.com.au/education/scholarships

This is a paid advertisement supplied by the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors. CDAA does not administer or assess applications for these scholarships.

📢 Registrations are now open for The Job Search Toolkit: Supporting Every Step. 👥 CDAA and CDANZ have partnered to deliv...
10/07/2026

📢 Registrations are now open for The Job Search Toolkit: Supporting Every Step.

👥 CDAA and CDANZ have partnered to deliver a practical six-part webinar series for professionals who support people through the job search process.
The series will explore job seeker wellbeing, pathways to work, LinkedIn and networking, stronger applications, the thoughtful use of AI, and interview preparation.

🎨 Designed for career practitioners, employment consultants, coaches, educators and workforce development professionals, each session will provide practical ideas and strategies you can apply with your clients.
Join colleagues from across Australia and New Zealand for this timely professional development opportunity.

🗓️ Register here: https://shorturl.at/lnrHk

📢 Free Sponsored Webinar: Morrisby for Career PractitionersLooking to grow and differentiate your career guidance servic...
10/07/2026

📢 Free Sponsored Webinar: Morrisby for Career Practitioners
Looking to grow and differentiate your career guidance service? Join us for this free, hands-on interactive webinar exploring the Morrisby vocational tool and how it's used across a range of career settings.

🗓️ Thursday 27 August 2026
🕔 5:00pm – 6:00pm AEST (check the event page for your timezone)
🎓 1 CPD Point | Technology, Information and Resources

We'll cover:
✅ Delivering an engaging, high-quality careers service with Morrisby
✅ Evidence-based career guidance insights and resources
✅ Product and delivery options — assessments, questionnaires & activities
✅ Training, certification, and setting up your own Morrisby Manager Centre
Presented by Craig Eastwood, Career Project Manager for Morrisby Australia.

📹 Can't make it live? A recording will be sent to all registrants.
Open to members and non-members — bring a colleague!

👉 Register here: https://cdaa.org.au/Web/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=WEBMORR26&WebsiteKey=fef7d4f0-ee46-405b-bab8-48d5f6d269bb

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