Check out our latest piece on FE News: 'Black History Month Can Spark a Year-Round FE and Skills Career Revolution'. We explore how moments of awareness, like Black History Month, can drive lasting, inclusive change across the careers sector. Read the full article here: https://ow.ly/IKnE50Xb

The DWP will bring the National Careers Service delivery in-house on 1 October 2026. This is a major change as the Jobs and Careers Service forms, and my article in Careers News covers the detail so far with a comment from Katharine Horler, Careers England. www.thecdi.net/news/uk-gove...

There’s still time to share your work at the National Research Conference 2026! 🗓️ Submission deadline: Fri 31 Oct Whether you're a seasoned researcher, a student or a practitioner just beginning your research journey, we'd love to hear from you! Submit now: https://ow.ly/9f7W50X2Hxk

#TLevelsWeek 2025 is here! To mark the occasion, we’ve created some quick, bite-sized stats to highlight the impact and opportunities T Levels offer. Want to learn more about T Levels in greater depth? Head to our Technical Education Resource Hub for everything on T-levels: ow.ly/RYal50XaqIq

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?

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

📢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

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

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

🎧 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

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

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

🎓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

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

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

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

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

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!

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

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

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

Regional Meeting: CDI London Regional Meeting 📅Wednesday 16 July, 10 am, online. Join this interactive session on collaboration and the changing roles of careers practitioners and careers leaders – with guest speakers Michelle Sporle, Alecia Cotterell & Maria Barden. Book now: ow.ly/fX4t50Wif5G

Tomorrow on #WeAreCareers🎙️ Can a career in careers really take you around the world? 🌍 Join Alexander Manners as he shares insights on working overseas and why cross-cultural conversations matter for every CDP. Tune in at noon on: Spotify - ow.ly/zwq950TLNcJ YouTube - ow.ly/B9oh50Tgmo2

Can a career in careers really take you around the world?Join us next week on the #WeAreCareers podcast with Alexander Manners, University Guidance Counsellor at Bangkok International Preparatory and Secondary School. See you on 18 June at noon: Spotify - ow.ly/zwq950TLNcJ YT - ow.ly/B9oh50Tgmo2

Exciting job opportunity on our Careers in Careers job board! 💼Head of Careers at Benenden School, Cranbrook You will oversee all aspects of UCAS, Oxbridge, International university applications and the school careers curriculum. Find out more and apply: ow.ly/bTxw50W2rPY Apply by: Wed 4 June

UK Career Development Awards 2025: Award nominee spotlight🌟 Introducing Challney High School for Girls, nominated for the Careers Programme – Education Settings. Join us for an inspiring evening at #UKCDA2025 as we celebrate outstanding contributions across the sector. Book now: ow.ly/OtgY50VLTB0

We are thrilled to have Sky as our Headline Sponsor for the UK Career Development Award 2025!🌟 Sky is one of Europe’s leading media and entertainment companies. With a strong commitment to using its platforms for good, Sky invests in people, communities, and the future of the creative industries.

We are excited to announce an additional exhibitor at the National Careers Leaders' Conference 2025!🙌 Join us in welcoming: Springpod – a free careers platform with experiential learning opportunities Be sure to stop by and learn more about the amazing things they have to offer!

Are careers really meant to follow a straight line? In this new episode, Sophie O’Brien challenges the idea of a “right” career and invites us to think differently about how careers are shaped today. Access the recording now! Subscribe now: Spotify - ow.ly/u7aB50UAbmX YouTube - ow.ly/4itj50UAbmY

UK Career Development Awards 2025: Award nominee spotlight🌟 Introducing Unifrog, nominated for the Innovative Product, Resources or Technology award. Be part of an evening that honours innovation and impact in career development! Secure your place today: ow.ly/OtgY50VLTB0

Scotland Valuing Careers campaign launch 📅 Tuesday 20 May, 10 am, online Join us to explore career development’s vital role in supporting youth & adults in Scotland and in driving economic growth, backed by insights from our survey of 5,000 adults. Book your free place now: ow.ly/2JXp50VNtNm

We are excited to announce our new exhibitor at the National Careers Leaders Conference! Join us in welcoming: The Careers & Enterprise Company – the national body for careers education in England, supporting schools and colleges to deliver modern, 21st-century careers education.

UK Career Development Awards 2025: Award nominee spotlight🌟 Meet Lizzie Vine from CXK, nominated for the Career Development Professional Working in Non-Education Settings award! Secure your spot now to be part of an inspiring evening at #UKCDA2025! Book now: ow.ly/OtgY50VLTB0

What can we learn from India’s approach to career development? Saurabh Nanda shares insights on career decision-making and highlights the growing importance of career mentorship. Access the recording on Spotify & YouTube now! Subscribe now: Spotify - ow.ly/u7aB50UAbmX YouTube - ow.ly/4itj50UAbmY

We are delighted to announce our sponsors for the UK Careers Development Awards 2025. Join us in welcoming: 🔸Careers & Enterprise Company (CEC) 🔸CXK 🔸Purlos Sponsorship opportunities are still available! View brochure: ow.ly/n62V50UMsjE For any inquiries, please contact: [email protected]

Career Development Awards: Shortlisted nominees announcement 🎉 We are delighted to announce the shortlisted nominations for each award category. Join us in celebrating these incredible individuals and organisations. For full information on the shortlisted nominees, please visit: ow.ly/YpPI50VBsfv

In2scienceUK: Breaking barriers in STEM Next up on #WeAreCareers: Danielle Knight & Anastasia Garai explore why diversity in STEM matters. Hear Anastasia’s inspiring story + how In2scienceUK is opening doors. See you on Wed 16 April on: Spotify - ow.ly/zwq950TLNcJ YouTube - ow.ly/B9oh50Tgmo2

North West Regional meeting 📅Friday 30 May, 3:45 pm at Haydock Racecourse Did you know horseracing is the UK's 10th largest employer? Explore career paths and join us for a VIP tour! First-come, first-served for North West CDI colleagues! Book now: ow.ly/YhY850VoMRt

We are delighted to announce valid nominations for the CDI Board roles: Member Elected Board Member, Honorary Secretary Elect, and President Elect. Now, we need you – the membership – to vote! 📩 Check your email inbox for details on how to vote online. Voting closes on: Monday 14 April, 9 am

The University of Portsmouth is excited to invite you to their 2025 HE Advisers’ Conference on Wednesday 21 May 2025. Join them for a day designed to support you in guiding students through their journey into higher education and beyond! Book now: ow.ly/AGlN50VuHIO

We are thrilled to launch the CDI Technical Education Resource Hub – your go-to source for apprenticeships, T Levels, Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) and qualifications reform. Supported by the Gatsby Charitable Foundation, the hub is managed & updated by CDI. Explore now: ow.ly/PghE50VuHT4

We are delighted to announce our exhibitors for National Careers Leaders' Conference 2025. Join us in welcoming: 🔹IntoFilm 🔹Morrisby 🔹Purlos 🔹The Careers People 🔹Trotman 🔹Unifrog 🔹University of Derby (iCeGS) Don't miss this great chance to engage with them! Book now: ow.ly/N7sW50TATZT #NCLC25