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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · 4d

This month’s CPD focus is Guidance for multicultural clients & migrants and Dyslexia Awareness Week. We’ve turned our social media tips into ‘Fact or Flaw?’ to help deepen your professional awareness.

Do you agree with these or do you see them differently?

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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · 10d

Webinar: Understanding and supporting refugees

📅Wed 15 Oct, 12 pm.

Join Samantha Bridge-Tonner, Carolyn Burke & Seezar Yaseen to explore how to support refugees into employment – from legal entitlements to the cultural factors shaping career decision-making.

Book now: ow.ly/nar450WXqMp

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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · 14d

Expert workshop: Counselling models in career development

📅Thursday 16 October, 4 pm, online.

Join Liane Hambly for an engaging and interactive session exploring the valuable crossover between counselling models and career development.

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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · 15d

October CPD theme: Guidance for multicultural clients & migrants; Mental health; Dyslexia Awareness Week

Enhance your professional development by joining these CPD sessions!🌟

Check out our training and events calendar to book your place: ow.ly/cg1n50WY04C

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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · 17d

Webinar: Trotman: Meet the author - Emma Bolger

📅Thurs 9 Oct, 12 pm, online.

Join Dr Emma Bolger as she discusses her new book, a comprehensive overview of practitioner-led research. She will discuss why research matters, how to do it and the impact it can have.

Book now: ow.ly/FTlY50WXZqg

Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · 22d

We’re excited to share our exhibitors for the CDI National Conference 2025.

🔹British and Irish Orthoptic Society
🔹CDI Technical Education Resource Hub
🔹Morrisby
🔹Trotman
🔹UNISON

Don’t miss out on meeting our brilliant exhibitors and discovering their latest offerings!

Book now: ow.ly/5B2m50WUwAQ

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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · 23d

We're thrilled to announce our Brand Awareness partner for the CDI National Conference 2025. Proudly introducing:

Investor in Careers – a licensed awarding body for the quality in careers standard

Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Sep 10

AI in careers practice: An in-person workshop for CDP

📅Mon 17 Nov, 9:30am - 4pm.
📍The Studio, Birmingham

Join our workshop on AI in careers practice, giving careers professionals practical experience, real-world applications and discussions to build confidence with AI.

Book now: ow.ly/P4Xr50WP92U

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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Sep 5

Breaking barriers: Holistic pathways to self-employment

Tuesday 16 September, 3:30 pm
September CPD theme: Inclusion, ethics & digital tools

Explore how advisers can help young people develop the holistic skills needed for self-employment. Book now: ow.ly/nI3q50WJGav

Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Sep 4

As part of Sept’s CPD theme, we are starting with a digital btye on:

Virtual work experience – Part 2: More innovative provider offerings

📅Tues 9 Sept, 3:30pm

Gain insights from three innovative providers of virtual work experience – Uptree, Forage and Unifrog.

Book now: ow.ly/LuE050WI67H

Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Sep 3

📢Final call to submit your workshop and case study proposals!

There’s not long left to submit your proposal for the CDI National Conference 2025 – the deadline is Mon 8th Sept at 5pm.

Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to showcase your work and fresh ideas!

Submit here: ow.ly/nKGV50WQauo

Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Sep 2

New CPD programme launching this September!

Each month has a theme with webinars, expert sessions, digital bytes, EDI cafés, social media tips, and more to boost your skills & knowledge – all designed to support your professional development.

👉Learn more: ow.ly/Rpx850WJCXi

Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Aug 27

Developing the CDI’s 2030 strategy – webinar for members

📅Friday 5 September, 12 pm

We’re shaping the CDI’s strategy for the next 5 years and we want to hear your voice! This is the first of two webinars giving members the chance to contribute to our 2030 strategy. Book now: ow.ly/LYxZ50WK74h

Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Aug 21

🎧 Tune in now to hear CDI Chief Executive David Morgan on BBC Radio Wiltshire, sharing his expert perspective on GCSE results and the support and options available for young people.

Listen now: ow.ly/QZ1450WJr6x

Ben Prater - 21/08/2025 - BBC Sounds

Trusted local news and information, great music, updates and stories to make you smile.

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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Aug 20

CDI Chief Executive David Morgan talks with Ben Prater on BBC Radio Wiltshire about how young people may feel about GCSE results, their options and how careers advisers can help.

Catch him on the breakfast show at around 7am & 8am tomorrow (possibly in two parts)!

Listen here: ow.ly/u98B50WIZ8k

BBC Radio Wiltshire - Ben Prater, 20/08/2025

Trusted local news and information, great music, updates and stories to make you smile.

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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Aug 20

CDI National Conference: Booking is open!

📅 18-19 November | Birmingham

Be part of two days of keynotes, panels and workshops exploring the future of career development – plus a conference dinner on 18 Nov.

A must-attend event for all working in career development!

Book now: ow.ly/Qluh50WIUr3

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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Aug 11

🎓Up next: A Level Results Day!

As part of our #ValuingCareers campaign, we’re continuing to share daily Top Tips to help you support students through this next big milestone.

📌Shared by Kim Newman, CDI Technical Pathways Manager

#ResultsDayAdvice #ValuingCareers #Alevels

Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Aug 4

CDI National Conference: Call for workshops & case study proposals

The National Conference is back on 18–19 November 2025 at The Studio, Birmingham!

This is a great chance to showcase your work and raise your organisation's profile.

Submit now: ow.ly/sqPZ50Wzhjh
Deadline: Mon 8 Sept, 5pm

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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Aug 1

Scottish Higher Results Day is coming up!

As part of the Valuing Careers campaign, we will be sharing Top Tips to help you feel ready to support students. Use them to guide conversations and offer informed reassurance to young people.

Tip shared by Meg Burton

#ResultsDayAdvice #ValuingCareers

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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Jul 29

Reminder! Webinar: EDI lunchtime sessions: Sexuality & identity – inclusion efforts

📅Fri 8 August, 12 pm, online.

Join this important session that examines inclusive practices for LGBTQ+ clients and colleagues, addressing systemic biases and building allyship.

Book now: ow.ly/RshQ50Wlv2G

Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Jul 28

Just weeks left to nominate – don’t miss your chance to apply for an elected Board Director or EPSC role

Deadline: Thursday 14 August, 9 am.

📩Full details of all roles & how to nominate have been emailed to members - check your inbox

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Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Jul 25

National Research Conference for Careers Practitioners 2026 – Save the date!

📅Wed 18 Feb 2026
⏰ 10 am - 4 pm | online

Theme: Sharing and showcasing practitioner research.

Expect a day of insightful expert keynotes, panels, parallel sessions and a poster fair open to all.

More details soon!

Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Jul 14

Nominate for elected Board Director and EPSC roles

The CDI Board is looking to appoint an Honorary Treasurer (who will also be a Board Director) and 2 members to join the Ethics and Professional Standards Committee.

📅Deadline: Thursday 14 August, 9 am.
📩Please check your inbox for full details

Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Jul 9

Don't miss the upcoming Regional Meeting: CDI London Regional Meeting

📅Wednesday 16 July, 10 am, online.

Join this session on collaboration and the changing roles of careers practitioners and careers leaders, featuring inspiring speakers from across the region.

Book now: ow.ly/fX4t50Wif5G

Career Development Institute @thecdi.bsky.social · Jul 3

A spectacular night of recognition and excellence – here’s a look back at the UK Career Development Awards 2025!✨

From heartfelt wins to vibrant performances, the evening reflected the energy and passion of career development.

Don’t miss out on our upcoming events, visit: ow.ly/MyJ550UocZ2