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CCDF is working with the Government of Nunavut (GN) to develop a policy framework for the delivery of career services to Nunavummiut across the lifespan. CCDF will work with the GN through the implementation phase.

Between 2007 and 2010, CCDF developed seven competency-based training courses and delivered them to employment counsellors and needs assessment officers across New Brunswick. A comprehensive needs assessment was conducted by the Department, using the Canadian Standards and Guidelines for Career Development Practitioners. Key competency gaps and priorities were identified and these shaped the course development. CCDF worked in close collaboration with the Canadian Research Working Group on Evidence-Based Practice to ensure evaluation was embedded throughout and a culture of evaluation was promoted. This training is the first program to be pre-approved as eligible for the International Association for Educational and Vocational Guidance’s new EVGP Certification. CCDF is currently engaged in a 3-year agreement (2010-2013) to continue to provide state-of-the-art training to front-line staff and managers.

CCDF has conducted a competency needs assessment for all provincial front-line staff and delivered the first course in a multi-year training strategy comprised of 8 courses. A second course delivery and training of trainers is underway.

Following a provincial needs assessment, CCDF has developed an 8-course certificate program which will be delivered to practitioners across the province in partnership with the University of Winnipeg.

CCDF will be launching a provincial training needs assessment and, based on results, will develop a multi-year training strategy.

The S&Gs are used for many purposes across Canada, including the determination of requirements for provincial/territorial certification, the design of professional training programs at all levels, the establishment of hiring criteria and the development of job descriptions. For all of these applications, it is critical that the S&Gs reflect current practice. CCDF conducted a national call for input on revisions/additions to the S & Gs. A working group was established with the Canadian Council of Career Development Associations and consultations have begun with focus groups in New Brunswick and Saskatchewan.

CCDF serves as the Administrative Centre for the IAEVG, providing member services, financial systems and accountability.

In addition to serving voluntarily on the Board of Directors, CCDF manages the administration and finances for ICCDPP.

CCDF chairs the Steering Committee of CCCDA, providing leadership and coordination for the Council.

CCDF is developing and delivering a Career Development Practitioner Certificate Program. It is initially being delivered to the Career Development Officers and a second intake of the program has commenced with other service providers.