| Professional Standards Transition to 2012 |
The CDAA, as a member of the Career Industry Council of Australia, is required to implement the Professional Standards for Career Development Practitioners by January, 2012.
CDAA fully supports the professional standards and will commence implementation of changes to requirements for new members from next year. It is particularly important for existing members to note that they will continue to retain their membership after 2012, provided they meet continuing professional development requirements and, of course, work in accordance with CDAA’s Code of Ethics.
Between now and 2012 the requirements for new Professional and Associate members joining the CDAA will change. Details on the new requirements and timeframes can be found at on the website at: http://www.cdaa.org.au/content/president-message-members
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| Get a CPD Boost by Presenting at the Conference |
 CDAA 2010 Conference - call for abstracts closing soon. Don't miss out on your opportunity to be part of the impressive line up of presenters including Dr Norman Amundson and Darren Bilsborough.
Remember, up to 10 CPD hours a year can be accrued through presenting and workshops.
Abstracts can be submitted online at: www.onqconferences.com.au/pages/CDAA2010.php until Friday 27 August .
Don't forget to record you CPD on the online system at: www.activ8evolve.com/Members |
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| Help Test the New My Guide |
 As may be aware, myfuture are making significant progress toward the completion of the My Guide enhancements. An important element of this project is the integration of an Image based version of the Career Interest Test. myfuture are looking for experienced career practitioners to help test the new myfuture website. 600 people are needed to complete the test in the first 2 weeks of September, 2009.
The process will be simple for users. They will be sent a URL that allows access to a testing environment, and asked to complete the Interest test. They will not be required to answer additional questions or make comment about the images. A small group of randomly selected users will be asked to complete the test again, and another sample group will be asked to complete the text version of the test for comparative purposes. The results will be analysed by James Athanasou to determine the validity and reliability of the results, once the images have been applied to support the questionnaires.
Any career practitioners who would be willing to support the testing are asked to contact Rebecca at myfuture on ph 83343261 (Mon, Tues and Thurs) by 31 August.
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| ADFA Open Day - Saturday 29 August 2009 |
A reminder that the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) is holding its annual University Open Day on Saturday 29 August 2009. This is a chance for students and parents to see a range of exciting military displays and learn everything they need to know about life at ADFA.
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Saturday 29 August 2009 |
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9.00am to 4.00pm |
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Northcott Drive, Campbell, Canberra |
Further information: call 13 19 01 or visit www.defencegobs.gov.au/adfa
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ANU Open Day - Saturday 29 August 2009
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The Australian National University is also holding their open day on 29 August 2009 from 9.00am to 4.00pm.
Further information: http://info.anu.edu.au/studyat/Student_Recruitment/openday
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| Resources |
| Youth Connections Tender |
| Here is the site for registration to attend information sessions for the Youth Connections tender. Link |
| Social inclusion on-line forum |
| Social inclusion on-line forum: http://www.socialinclusion.gov.au/compact/Pages/default.aspx |
| Managing Your Career E-book |
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These articles provide you with an introduction to the Career Development Association of Australia and the value of career development practitioners. Practical tips are then given on managing your career through various phases - from building a reputation and networking, through marketing, handling transitions, to preparing a resume, writing to selection criteria and selling yourself during a job interview. Managing Your Career E-book |
2009 Conference Podcasts and Presentations |
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A number of presentations, including podcasts of two keynote speakers, are now available on the CDAA website. The podcasts are of Megan Lilly's presentation on Business Growth and Career Development, and Judith Leeson's speech on Future Directions for the Career Development Profession. These can be access at: www.cdaa.org.au/content/cdaa-national-conference-2009 |
| AACC History |
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The new history of the AACC was launched at the National Conference last week. The spiral bound book, which was written by Allison Brown, is now available for purchase for $25.00 from the National Office. More information on ordering the book please visit the website at: www.cdaa.org.au or contact the National Office. |
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The CfBT Education Trust has released the new research paper, "Evidence and Impact: Careers and guidance-related interventions." The project was aimed at informing the evidence base for careers and guidance. Three key resources produced as a result are: - synthesis report; - online interactive resource; and - literature review. For more information and copies of the report please visit the 
