CPD for the Career Development Professional: A Handbook for Enhancing Practice - Softcover

Neary, Siobhan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 184455631X ISBN 13: 9781844556311

Publisher: Trotman, 2016

Synopsis

The career development sector is continually evolving in line with changes in society, technology and the needs of clients. Maintaining and developing the skills and knowledge to practise effectively in any part of the sector is a cornerstone of professional practice. Yet in straitened times, the funding and time to undertake Continuous Professional Development can be difficult to find. This unique handbook contextualises CPD for the sector, examines why it is important and to whom, offers practical insights on practitioner research and reflective practice and then provides a wealth of information on the many ways in which CPD can be undertaken by both those who are employed and self-employed. With many practical activities, reflection points and case studies throughout, readers will be able to identify their own needs and develop CPD solutions that will support them in developing skills and knowledge to further enhance their own practice. For practitioners who want to own and direct their professional development, this is a must-read guide.

About this title

About the Author

Siobhan Neary is Acting Head of the International Centre for Guidance Studies at the University of Derby, UK. She has a background in the guidance sector which encompasses more than twenty years working as a practitioner, trainer, manager and lecturer.

From the Back Cover

The career development sector is continually evolving in line with changes in society, technology and the needs of our clients. Maintaining and developing the skills and knowledge to practise effectively in any part of the sector is a cornerstone of professional practice. Yet, in straitened times, the funding and time required to undertake Continuous Professional Development can be difficult to find.

This unique handbook contextualises CPD for the sector, examines why it is important and to whom, offers practical insights on practitioner research and reflective practice and then provides a wealth of information on the many ways in which CPD can be undertaken by both those who are employed and those who are self-employed.

With many practical activities, reflection points and case studies throughout, readers will be able to identify their own needs and develop CPD solutions that will support them in developing skills and knowledge to further enhance their own practice.

For practitioners who want to own and direct their professional development, this is a must-read guide.

Edition details

• Publisher: Trotman
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 184455631X
• ISBN 13: 9781844556311
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 240