Career Development

Career Development services directed at providing all students with career awareness, self-development and career decision-making must be an integral part of a student's educational experience. It is this kind of experience that will help the students to learn, think, consider and make realistic decisions about their opportunities.

Academic and CTE Scholarship Information

• Application and FAQs
• CTE Coordinated Plans of Study

Career Development Program Resources

• Program Approval Policy
• Program of Work Fillable Template
• Program of Work Sample
• Year End Narrative Fillable Template

Licensure

• Teacher Licensing
  • Application For Career and Technical Education Teacher Certification (SFN 5415)
  • Renewal Application For Career and Technical Education Teacher Certification (SFN 51688)

Professional Groups and Links

• ACTE

  • National

  • NDACTE

  • ACTE Guidance & Career Development Division's Position Paper on the Future of Guidance, 2012

• American Counseling Association - ACA

• American School Counselor Association - ASCA

• National Career Development Association - NCDA

• North Dakota Career Development Association - NDCDA

  • NDCDA Constitution and Bylaws

• North Dakota Counseling Association - NDCA

• North Dakota School Counselor Association - NDSCA

American Counseling Association

• Message from ACA: "We understand this global pandemic means significant changes to how you are fulfilling your professional responsibilities.
• During times like this, counselors play a crucial role in sharing accurate public information, and in helping clients maintain perspective while providing methods of coping and continuing their wellness strategies.”
• www.counseling.org/knowledge-center/mental-health-resources/trauma-disaster/mental-health-professional-counseling-and-emergency-preparedness

ASCA COVID-19 Resources

• ASCA has put together some suggestions and resources to consider as you provide support to your students regarding COVID-19. Before you take any action, consult with your district to discover any guidance or response initiatives it has in place, so your actions align with school and district programs. School counselors also should:
  • Encourage parents to limit their children's exposure to the media
  • Provide a calming influence for students as needed
  • Help students address their fears
• www.schoolcounselor.org/school-counselors/professional-development/learn-more/coronavirus-resources

National Career Development Association

• NCDA’s COVID-19 Career and Mental Health Resources: There are countless resources, lists, webinars and tools being circulated to support helping professionals during this global pandemic. NCDA will update this page continuously.
• https://associationdatabase.com/aws/NCDA/pt/show_detail/289284?layout_name=layout_details&model_name=news_article