Career Development Institute
@thecdi.bsky.social
The professional body for the UK Career Development Sector
Expert webinar: Career practitioners as street-level integrators?
📅Monday 12 January, 12 pm.
Join Dr Miika Kekki for a thought-provoking webinar exploring how ideals, expectations and norms shape career guidance, and how these are translated into everyday practice.
Book now: zurl.co/bmV4I
📅Monday 12 January, 12 pm.
Join Dr Miika Kekki for a thought-provoking webinar exploring how ideals, expectations and norms shape career guidance, and how these are translated into everyday practice.
Book now: zurl.co/bmV4I
December 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Expert webinar: Career practitioners as street-level integrators?
📅Monday 12 January, 12 pm.
Join Dr Miika Kekki for a thought-provoking webinar exploring how ideals, expectations and norms shape career guidance, and how these are translated into everyday practice.
Book now: zurl.co/bmV4I
📅Monday 12 January, 12 pm.
Join Dr Miika Kekki for a thought-provoking webinar exploring how ideals, expectations and norms shape career guidance, and how these are translated into everyday practice.
Book now: zurl.co/bmV4I
December CPD social media tips: Lifelong Learning
Lifelong learning isn’t just about qualifications – it’s about helping people stay adaptable, confident and open to opportunity in a rapidly changing world of work. Explore the tips for insights you can use in your careers conversations.
Lifelong learning isn’t just about qualifications – it’s about helping people stay adaptable, confident and open to opportunity in a rapidly changing world of work. Explore the tips for insights you can use in your careers conversations.
December 16, 2025 at 12:01 PM
December CPD social media tips: Lifelong Learning
Lifelong learning isn’t just about qualifications – it’s about helping people stay adaptable, confident and open to opportunity in a rapidly changing world of work. Explore the tips for insights you can use in your careers conversations.
Lifelong learning isn’t just about qualifications – it’s about helping people stay adaptable, confident and open to opportunity in a rapidly changing world of work. Explore the tips for insights you can use in your careers conversations.
CDI membership feedback prize draw✨
We’d love to hear your thoughts on our membership and benefits!
Share a testimonial and enter our prize draw to win a free place at any paid expert webinar of your choice in 2026.
👉 Submit now: zurl.co/c0ClX
Deadline: Friday 9 January 2026, 5 pm
We’d love to hear your thoughts on our membership and benefits!
Share a testimonial and enter our prize draw to win a free place at any paid expert webinar of your choice in 2026.
👉 Submit now: zurl.co/c0ClX
Deadline: Friday 9 January 2026, 5 pm
December 15, 2025 at 12:01 PM
CDI membership feedback prize draw✨
We’d love to hear your thoughts on our membership and benefits!
Share a testimonial and enter our prize draw to win a free place at any paid expert webinar of your choice in 2026.
👉 Submit now: zurl.co/c0ClX
Deadline: Friday 9 January 2026, 5 pm
We’d love to hear your thoughts on our membership and benefits!
Share a testimonial and enter our prize draw to win a free place at any paid expert webinar of your choice in 2026.
👉 Submit now: zurl.co/c0ClX
Deadline: Friday 9 January 2026, 5 pm
We’re delighted to welcome Ryan Gibson as the CDI’s new President🎉
Read our latest news article to learn more about the Inauguration and Ryan’s thoughts on the future of the CDI.
View full article here: zurl.co/CNZKV
Read our latest news article to learn more about the Inauguration and Ryan’s thoughts on the future of the CDI.
View full article here: zurl.co/CNZKV
CDI welcomes Ryan Gibson as its new President
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December 15, 2025 at 10:05 AM
We’re delighted to welcome Ryan Gibson as the CDI’s new President🎉
Read our latest news article to learn more about the Inauguration and Ryan’s thoughts on the future of the CDI.
View full article here: zurl.co/CNZKV
Read our latest news article to learn more about the Inauguration and Ryan’s thoughts on the future of the CDI.
View full article here: zurl.co/CNZKV
Sponsored webinar: Mental health careers in the NHS
📅Tuesday 13 January, 3 pm.
Join us to uncover the full range of roles in mental health settings and discover alternative pathways for anyone passionate about supporting mental wellbeing.
Book now: zurl.co/in9hh
📅Tuesday 13 January, 3 pm.
Join us to uncover the full range of roles in mental health settings and discover alternative pathways for anyone passionate about supporting mental wellbeing.
Book now: zurl.co/in9hh
December 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Sponsored webinar: Mental health careers in the NHS
📅Tuesday 13 January, 3 pm.
Join us to uncover the full range of roles in mental health settings and discover alternative pathways for anyone passionate about supporting mental wellbeing.
Book now: zurl.co/in9hh
📅Tuesday 13 January, 3 pm.
Join us to uncover the full range of roles in mental health settings and discover alternative pathways for anyone passionate about supporting mental wellbeing.
Book now: zurl.co/in9hh
As Pete Robertson’s term as CDI President comes to a close, we extend a huge thank you for his exceptional service and invaluable contribution over the past two years. We’re delighted to welcome Ryan Gibson as the new President and look forward to what’s ahead!✨
December 12, 2025 at 9:01 AM
As Pete Robertson’s term as CDI President comes to a close, we extend a huge thank you for his exceptional service and invaluable contribution over the past two years. We’re delighted to welcome Ryan Gibson as the new President and look forward to what’s ahead!✨
At the Cutting Edge - Supporting neurodivergent clients: Insights for career professionals
📅 Thursday 5 March, 2-4pm
💻 Free for CDI & NICEC members
Join expert speakers to explore research, challenges, ethics and practical tools for neuroinclusive career work.
Book now: zurl.co/ZOS9U
📅 Thursday 5 March, 2-4pm
💻 Free for CDI & NICEC members
Join expert speakers to explore research, challenges, ethics and practical tools for neuroinclusive career work.
Book now: zurl.co/ZOS9U
December 11, 2025 at 12:15 PM
At the Cutting Edge - Supporting neurodivergent clients: Insights for career professionals
📅 Thursday 5 March, 2-4pm
💻 Free for CDI & NICEC members
Join expert speakers to explore research, challenges, ethics and practical tools for neuroinclusive career work.
Book now: zurl.co/ZOS9U
📅 Thursday 5 March, 2-4pm
💻 Free for CDI & NICEC members
Join expert speakers to explore research, challenges, ethics and practical tools for neuroinclusive career work.
Book now: zurl.co/ZOS9U
Sponsored webinar: NHS Health Careers – an overview
📅Rescheduled to Thurs 22 Jan, 3pm.
Get a whistle-stop tour of the world of NHS careers – from the wide range of roles and entry routes to the latest trends, changes and essential resources to support your clients.
Book today: zurl.co/HacYr
📅Rescheduled to Thurs 22 Jan, 3pm.
Get a whistle-stop tour of the world of NHS careers – from the wide range of roles and entry routes to the latest trends, changes and essential resources to support your clients.
Book today: zurl.co/HacYr
December 10, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Sponsored webinar: NHS Health Careers – an overview
📅Rescheduled to Thurs 22 Jan, 3pm.
Get a whistle-stop tour of the world of NHS careers – from the wide range of roles and entry routes to the latest trends, changes and essential resources to support your clients.
Book today: zurl.co/HacYr
📅Rescheduled to Thurs 22 Jan, 3pm.
Get a whistle-stop tour of the world of NHS careers – from the wide range of roles and entry routes to the latest trends, changes and essential resources to support your clients.
Book today: zurl.co/HacYr
The December CPD theme is on evidence based practice – a vital foundation for maintaining high-quality, impactful career development work.
Special thanks to Dr Emma Bolger for sharing her expert insights, which shaped our December CPD social media tips.
Special thanks to Dr Emma Bolger for sharing her expert insights, which shaped our December CPD social media tips.
December 5, 2025 at 1:01 PM
The December CPD theme is on evidence based practice – a vital foundation for maintaining high-quality, impactful career development work.
Special thanks to Dr Emma Bolger for sharing her expert insights, which shaped our December CPD social media tips.
Special thanks to Dr Emma Bolger for sharing her expert insights, which shaped our December CPD social media tips.
REMINDER - Regional meeting: CDI Yorkshire & Humberside careers cafe
📅Wed 10 Dec, 4 pm.
Join us for a reflective end-of-year session where we’ll look back on the key moments in careers this year, explore what’s ahead and connect with colleagues across the region.
Book now: zurl.co/XDxiI
📅Wed 10 Dec, 4 pm.
Join us for a reflective end-of-year session where we’ll look back on the key moments in careers this year, explore what’s ahead and connect with colleagues across the region.
Book now: zurl.co/XDxiI
December 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM
REMINDER - Regional meeting: CDI Yorkshire & Humberside careers cafe
📅Wed 10 Dec, 4 pm.
Join us for a reflective end-of-year session where we’ll look back on the key moments in careers this year, explore what’s ahead and connect with colleagues across the region.
Book now: zurl.co/XDxiI
📅Wed 10 Dec, 4 pm.
Join us for a reflective end-of-year session where we’ll look back on the key moments in careers this year, explore what’s ahead and connect with colleagues across the region.
Book now: zurl.co/XDxiI
Webinar: How video game players' skills power up their careers
📅Wed 10 Dec, 12 pm
Join David Barrie, CEO of Game Academy, for an unmissable session on transforming in‑game talent into real‑world career success.
Book now: zurl.co/HXkz9
📅Wed 10 Dec, 12 pm
Join David Barrie, CEO of Game Academy, for an unmissable session on transforming in‑game talent into real‑world career success.
Book now: zurl.co/HXkz9
December 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Webinar: How video game players' skills power up their careers
📅Wed 10 Dec, 12 pm
Join David Barrie, CEO of Game Academy, for an unmissable session on transforming in‑game talent into real‑world career success.
Book now: zurl.co/HXkz9
📅Wed 10 Dec, 12 pm
Join David Barrie, CEO of Game Academy, for an unmissable session on transforming in‑game talent into real‑world career success.
Book now: zurl.co/HXkz9
National Research Conference 2026: Poster competition now open
CDPs & students are invited to showcase their research.
Why take part?
Share your research, gain feedback, build connections and be in with a chance to win the poster prize.
For more info & submission details: zurl.co/gcWtE
CDPs & students are invited to showcase their research.
Why take part?
Share your research, gain feedback, build connections and be in with a chance to win the poster prize.
For more info & submission details: zurl.co/gcWtE
December 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM
National Research Conference 2026: Poster competition now open
CDPs & students are invited to showcase their research.
Why take part?
Share your research, gain feedback, build connections and be in with a chance to win the poster prize.
For more info & submission details: zurl.co/gcWtE
CDPs & students are invited to showcase their research.
Why take part?
Share your research, gain feedback, build connections and be in with a chance to win the poster prize.
For more info & submission details: zurl.co/gcWtE
Watch the highlights from the CDI National Conference & Dinner 2025! 💫
Two fantastic days packed with fresh ideas, big conversations and an amazing buzz. Huge thank-you to all who made it exceptional.
Don’t miss what’s coming next! Explore our upcoming conferences and events here: zurl.co/EIFjR
Two fantastic days packed with fresh ideas, big conversations and an amazing buzz. Huge thank-you to all who made it exceptional.
Don’t miss what’s coming next! Explore our upcoming conferences and events here: zurl.co/EIFjR
November 28, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Watch the highlights from the CDI National Conference & Dinner 2025! 💫
Two fantastic days packed with fresh ideas, big conversations and an amazing buzz. Huge thank-you to all who made it exceptional.
Don’t miss what’s coming next! Explore our upcoming conferences and events here: zurl.co/EIFjR
Two fantastic days packed with fresh ideas, big conversations and an amazing buzz. Huge thank-you to all who made it exceptional.
Don’t miss what’s coming next! Explore our upcoming conferences and events here: zurl.co/EIFjR
Don't forget to book your place on the digital byte – Digital transcends borders but not always barriers: A guide to inclusive digital practices.
Hear directly from speakers Ruth McAteer and Ladi Mohamed-Chapman on why this session matters and what you will learn.
Book now: zurl.co/5gTjt
Hear directly from speakers Ruth McAteer and Ladi Mohamed-Chapman on why this session matters and what you will learn.
Book now: zurl.co/5gTjt
November 28, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Don't forget to book your place on the digital byte – Digital transcends borders but not always barriers: A guide to inclusive digital practices.
Hear directly from speakers Ruth McAteer and Ladi Mohamed-Chapman on why this session matters and what you will learn.
Book now: zurl.co/5gTjt
Hear directly from speakers Ruth McAteer and Ladi Mohamed-Chapman on why this session matters and what you will learn.
Book now: zurl.co/5gTjt
Catch up on our sponsored webinar, Careers in psychology: Pathways, qualifications and opportunities with the British Psychological Society (BPS)
Learn about key psychology career paths, training routes and emerging opportunities across the sector.
Watch the full recording here: zurl.co/YOkvc
Learn about key psychology career paths, training routes and emerging opportunities across the sector.
Watch the full recording here: zurl.co/YOkvc
November 27, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Catch up on our sponsored webinar, Careers in psychology: Pathways, qualifications and opportunities with the British Psychological Society (BPS)
Learn about key psychology career paths, training routes and emerging opportunities across the sector.
Watch the full recording here: zurl.co/YOkvc
Learn about key psychology career paths, training routes and emerging opportunities across the sector.
Watch the full recording here: zurl.co/YOkvc
Webinar: Journeys in career development research
📅Monday 8 December, 4 pm.
Join Dr Emma Bolger and Dr Fiona Christie as they share insights from their own research journeys and explore how engaging with research can enrich and strengthen career development practice.
Book now: zurl.co/OBTYQ
📅Monday 8 December, 4 pm.
Join Dr Emma Bolger and Dr Fiona Christie as they share insights from their own research journeys and explore how engaging with research can enrich and strengthen career development practice.
Book now: zurl.co/OBTYQ
November 26, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Webinar: Journeys in career development research
📅Monday 8 December, 4 pm.
Join Dr Emma Bolger and Dr Fiona Christie as they share insights from their own research journeys and explore how engaging with research can enrich and strengthen career development practice.
Book now: zurl.co/OBTYQ
📅Monday 8 December, 4 pm.
Join Dr Emma Bolger and Dr Fiona Christie as they share insights from their own research journeys and explore how engaging with research can enrich and strengthen career development practice.
Book now: zurl.co/OBTYQ
Webinar: Trotman: Meet the author - Ifza Shakoor
📅Fri 5 Dec, 12 pm
Join Ifza Shakoor as she shares the inspiration behind her book Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Career Development and explores how inclusion and anti-oppressive practice can be used in careers work.
Book now: zurl.co/zFkH9
📅Fri 5 Dec, 12 pm
Join Ifza Shakoor as she shares the inspiration behind her book Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Career Development and explores how inclusion and anti-oppressive practice can be used in careers work.
Book now: zurl.co/zFkH9
November 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Webinar: Trotman: Meet the author - Ifza Shakoor
📅Fri 5 Dec, 12 pm
Join Ifza Shakoor as she shares the inspiration behind her book Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Career Development and explores how inclusion and anti-oppressive practice can be used in careers work.
Book now: zurl.co/zFkH9
📅Fri 5 Dec, 12 pm
Join Ifza Shakoor as she shares the inspiration behind her book Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Career Development and explores how inclusion and anti-oppressive practice can be used in careers work.
Book now: zurl.co/zFkH9
Digital byte - Digital transcends borders but not always barriers: A guide to inclusive digital practices
📅Wed 3 Dec, 11 am
Join Ruth McAteer & Ladi Mohammed-Chapman to explore how inclusive digital communication can transform the way you work with diverse communities.
Book now: zurl.co/gug1k
📅Wed 3 Dec, 11 am
Join Ruth McAteer & Ladi Mohammed-Chapman to explore how inclusive digital communication can transform the way you work with diverse communities.
Book now: zurl.co/gug1k
November 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Digital byte - Digital transcends borders but not always barriers: A guide to inclusive digital practices
📅Wed 3 Dec, 11 am
Join Ruth McAteer & Ladi Mohammed-Chapman to explore how inclusive digital communication can transform the way you work with diverse communities.
Book now: zurl.co/gug1k
📅Wed 3 Dec, 11 am
Join Ruth McAteer & Ladi Mohammed-Chapman to explore how inclusive digital communication can transform the way you work with diverse communities.
Book now: zurl.co/gug1k
Webinar: Trotman: Meet the author - Denise Taylor
📅Wednesday 3 December, 12:30 pm
Join us for an interactive session with Dr Denise Taylor on supporting clients through midlife career shifts, identity changes and transitions beyond full-time work.
Book now: zurl.co/RPiYm
📅Wednesday 3 December, 12:30 pm
Join us for an interactive session with Dr Denise Taylor on supporting clients through midlife career shifts, identity changes and transitions beyond full-time work.
Book now: zurl.co/RPiYm
November 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Webinar: Trotman: Meet the author - Denise Taylor
📅Wednesday 3 December, 12:30 pm
Join us for an interactive session with Dr Denise Taylor on supporting clients through midlife career shifts, identity changes and transitions beyond full-time work.
Book now: zurl.co/RPiYm
📅Wednesday 3 December, 12:30 pm
Join us for an interactive session with Dr Denise Taylor on supporting clients through midlife career shifts, identity changes and transitions beyond full-time work.
Book now: zurl.co/RPiYm
December CPD theme: Evidence-based practice and lifelong learning
Dive into a month of sessions designed to sharpen your practice and equip you with fresh ideas.
Join these CPD sessions to enhance your professional development!
Check out our events calendar to book your place: zurl.co/WPjse
Dive into a month of sessions designed to sharpen your practice and equip you with fresh ideas.
Join these CPD sessions to enhance your professional development!
Check out our events calendar to book your place: zurl.co/WPjse
November 24, 2025 at 12:01 PM
December CPD theme: Evidence-based practice and lifelong learning
Dive into a month of sessions designed to sharpen your practice and equip you with fresh ideas.
Join these CPD sessions to enhance your professional development!
Check out our events calendar to book your place: zurl.co/WPjse
Dive into a month of sessions designed to sharpen your practice and equip you with fresh ideas.
Join these CPD sessions to enhance your professional development!
Check out our events calendar to book your place: zurl.co/WPjse
We’re proud to mark the first anniversary of our collaboration with Trotman.
In this article, Oliver Jenkin, CDI Senior Professional Development and Standards Manager, reflects on the achievements of the past year and what lies ahead for the partnership.
Read the full article here: zurl.co/5omZQ
In this article, Oliver Jenkin, CDI Senior Professional Development and Standards Manager, reflects on the achievements of the past year and what lies ahead for the partnership.
Read the full article here: zurl.co/5omZQ
A Year of The Career Development Institute Series
By Dr Oliver Jenkin PGCE RCDP, NICEC Fellow. CDI Senior Professional Development and Standards Manager, and Editor of the CDI’s magazine, Career Matters. One year ago, the Career Development Institute (CDI) and Trotman Indigo Publishing Ltd announced a publishing partnership. The aim was to combine the CDI’s sector exp
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November 21, 2025 at 11:44 AM
We’re proud to mark the first anniversary of our collaboration with Trotman.
In this article, Oliver Jenkin, CDI Senior Professional Development and Standards Manager, reflects on the achievements of the past year and what lies ahead for the partnership.
Read the full article here: zurl.co/5omZQ
In this article, Oliver Jenkin, CDI Senior Professional Development and Standards Manager, reflects on the achievements of the past year and what lies ahead for the partnership.
Read the full article here: zurl.co/5omZQ
Sponsored webinar - Careers in psychology: Pathways, qualifications and opportunities with the British Psychological Society (BPS).
📅Mon 24 Nov, 4 pm
Explore diverse career pathways in psychology with Cat Bernet-Wilson British from Psychological Society (BPS)
Book now: zurl.co/b2cNu
📅Mon 24 Nov, 4 pm
Explore diverse career pathways in psychology with Cat Bernet-Wilson British from Psychological Society (BPS)
Book now: zurl.co/b2cNu
November 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Sponsored webinar - Careers in psychology: Pathways, qualifications and opportunities with the British Psychological Society (BPS).
📅Mon 24 Nov, 4 pm
Explore diverse career pathways in psychology with Cat Bernet-Wilson British from Psychological Society (BPS)
Book now: zurl.co/b2cNu
📅Mon 24 Nov, 4 pm
Explore diverse career pathways in psychology with Cat Bernet-Wilson British from Psychological Society (BPS)
Book now: zurl.co/b2cNu
Don’t forget to secure your spot for the West Midlands regional meeting!
📅Wed 26 Nov, 4:15 pm
📍The Wolverhampton Grammar School
Join us for an interactive, in-person session focused on the future skills and jobs picture in the West Midlands.
Hurry – 20 spaces only!
Book now: zurl.co/oSLMx
📅Wed 26 Nov, 4:15 pm
📍The Wolverhampton Grammar School
Join us for an interactive, in-person session focused on the future skills and jobs picture in the West Midlands.
Hurry – 20 spaces only!
Book now: zurl.co/oSLMx
November 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Don’t forget to secure your spot for the West Midlands regional meeting!
📅Wed 26 Nov, 4:15 pm
📍The Wolverhampton Grammar School
Join us for an interactive, in-person session focused on the future skills and jobs picture in the West Midlands.
Hurry – 20 spaces only!
Book now: zurl.co/oSLMx
📅Wed 26 Nov, 4:15 pm
📍The Wolverhampton Grammar School
Join us for an interactive, in-person session focused on the future skills and jobs picture in the West Midlands.
Hurry – 20 spaces only!
Book now: zurl.co/oSLMx
Webinar: Update on Post-16 qualifications reform
📅Thurs 27 Nov, 12 pm
Join Kim Newman and Angela Savage, Senior Policy Adviser at the DfE, for an update on the Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper and the Curriculum & Assessment Review.
Book now: zurl.co/BNZk1
📅Thurs 27 Nov, 12 pm
Join Kim Newman and Angela Savage, Senior Policy Adviser at the DfE, for an update on the Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper and the Curriculum & Assessment Review.
Book now: zurl.co/BNZk1
November 12, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Webinar: Update on Post-16 qualifications reform
📅Thurs 27 Nov, 12 pm
Join Kim Newman and Angela Savage, Senior Policy Adviser at the DfE, for an update on the Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper and the Curriculum & Assessment Review.
Book now: zurl.co/BNZk1
📅Thurs 27 Nov, 12 pm
Join Kim Newman and Angela Savage, Senior Policy Adviser at the DfE, for an update on the Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper and the Curriculum & Assessment Review.
Book now: zurl.co/BNZk1
#DiscoverCreativeCareers Month 2025 is here🎨
With thousands of career roles and pathways waiting to be explored, many young people simply haven’t discovered them yet. Let’s change that.
Explore resources, events and opportunities to inspire the next generation: discovercreative.careers
With thousands of career roles and pathways waiting to be explored, many young people simply haven’t discovered them yet. Let’s change that.
Explore resources, events and opportunities to inspire the next generation: discovercreative.careers
November 5, 2025 at 10:13 AM
#DiscoverCreativeCareers Month 2025 is here🎨
With thousands of career roles and pathways waiting to be explored, many young people simply haven’t discovered them yet. Let’s change that.
Explore resources, events and opportunities to inspire the next generation: discovercreative.careers
With thousands of career roles and pathways waiting to be explored, many young people simply haven’t discovered them yet. Let’s change that.
Explore resources, events and opportunities to inspire the next generation: discovercreative.careers