How can career guidance help you? 

We all have different career goals and different visions of our future. Career development support can help you to understand the work and training opportunities available to you based on your unique circumstances. It can also support you to make effective career decisions by exploring your skills, motivations, values, goals, strengths and weaknesses. 

It can also help you to grow your own career management skills, so you can cope with change, overcome challenges and achieve success - whatever your goals.  

What career support is available? 


There are many ways to be supported in your career development, depending on your needs and circumstances. You may be motivated to seek your own career development support via the private sector. You may also have access to: 

  • Individual career coaching/talent development appointments with a qualified career development professional  

  • Workshops and seminars on a wide range of career development topics 

  • Talks or presentations from careers, business or professional experts  

  • Mentoring from fellow professionals, perhaps via a professional body relevant to your sector 

  • Training and development courses and programmes 

  • Internships, secondments or other in-work opportunities  

  • Supported talent growth/development schemes 

Why Bother With Career Guidance? 

Do you want to get a clear road map of how to reach your goals? There's lots of research and evidence that shows how careers guidance can help people map their careers better and achieve their goals better. 

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Professional Career Development helps you explore your options, overcome barriers and make decisions about your next steps.

Where can I get support? 

If you are in work, you may be able to access career development support from your Learning and Development/HR team or department. If you are a member of a professional body, they may also be able to help you with your career needs. You can also seek support from these government-funded organisations:

You may decide to seek support privately by investing in career coaching or similar activities. It’s very important to research providers and their offers thoroughly, so you are clear on their qualifications, credentials and how their services could help you. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and shop around until you find a service that suits you. 

Ideally, any career development professional you see should be registered with the CDI or affiliated with another appropriate professional body.  

Wherever you are on your own career journey, accessing quality professional support can help you with your development.  

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