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CDP Certification Courses

On the Road to Certification:  Courses required for the CCDP designation

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2010 - 2011 Schedule

Douglas College CDP Program and Creating Intentional Change Inc. are bringing Ethics and Theories courses to your community. To become a Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) you will need two required courses: Ethics (10hrs) and Career Development Theories (20 hrs). Both courses are BC CDA pre-approved for Certification.

Pre-approval not required for the Certification Courses.

All materials included in tuition.

Courses are scheduled in:

  • CASTLEGAR BC, Aug 11 & Aug 12 & 13, 2010
  • LANGLEY BC, Sep 22, Sep 23 & 24, 2010
  • NANAIMO BC, Oct 27 & Oct 28 & 29 2010 
  • VANCOUVER BC, Nov 3 & Nov 4 & 5, 2010 
  • KAMLOOPS BC, Nov 24 & Nov 25 & 26, 2010 
  • VICTORIA BC, Jan 26 & Jan 27 & 28, 2011 
  • CDC PRE CONFERENCE, Vancouver Mar 3, 4 & 5, 2011

Course information or questions:
Seanna Quressette, CCDP, Creating Intentional Change Inc.
778 835 4233
mailto:seanna@intentionalchange.ca

Course Descriptions

Career Development Theories (20hrs)

This course is designed to give practitioners a foundation in career development theories and practice. Topics include the examination of the history of career development and career development theories and models and strategies. Aligned to the Canadian Standards and Guidelines (CSG), the focus is on practical application in everyday practice. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss and apply problem solving approaches in class with the use of case studies, group presentations and strategies to facilitate the development of individualized actions plans.

Instructor: Seanna Quressette, MEd, CCDP, Director Creating Intentional Change Inc.

Note: Career Development Theories consists of classroom and online learning, and graded assignments. This course meets the educational requirement for BC Career Development Practitioner Certification (CCDP).

Ethics for Career Development Practitioners (10 hours)

This course provides practitioners with both an overview of the Canadian Standards and Guidelines (CSG) Code of Ethics, and the opportunity to apply the Ethical Decision Making process to Case studies. Gain an understanding of and practical experience in how, when and why to apply the CSG Code of Ethics. Ethics for Career Development Practitioners consists of classroom and online learning, and graded assignments. This ethics course meets the educational requirement for BC Career Development Practitioner Certification (CCDP).

Instructor: Seanna Quressette, MEd, CCDP, Director Creating Intentional Change Inc.

Note: Ethics for Career Development Practitioners consists of classroom and online learning, and graded assignments. This course meets the educational requirement for BC Career Development Practitioner Certification (CCDP).

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Comments from participants in Seanna's courses:

"It was worth the drive!"
Martin Middleton

"Finally, a course I can use."
Mary Jo Arnold

"Seanna was able to create an atmosphere of intellectual and professional stimulation that kept me excited and engaged."
Renee Friedman

To keep tuition affordable, refreshments (catering) is not included.  You are welcome to bring your own refreshments to class.  Thank you for choosing Douglas College and best wishes as you prepare for your CCDP application. 

CASTLEGAR BC

Ethics for Career Development Practitioners

CRN: 21080
Dates/Times:

August 11, 2010 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
8 hrs in class, 2 hrs on-line (10hrs)

Tuition: $239 includes all materials
Location:

Quality Inn
1935 Columbia, Castlegar BC
Hotel Reservations 250 365 2177


Career Development Theories

CRN: 21083
Dates/Times:

August 12 & 13, 2010 8:30am to 5:30pm
16 hrs in class, 4 hrs on-line (20hrs)

Tuition: $339 includes all materials
Location:

Quality Inn
1935 Columbia, Castlegar BC
Hotel Reservations 250 365 2177

LANGLEY, BC

Ethics for Career Development Practitioners

CRN: 31326  
Dates/Times:

September 22, 2010 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
8 hrs in class, 2 hrs on-line (10hrs)

Tuition: $259 includes all materials
Location:

Coast Hotel & Convention Centre
20393 Fraser Highway
Langley, BC
Hotel Reservations: 1 800 716 6199 

Career Development Theories 

CRN: 31327 
Dates/Times:

September 23 & 24, 2010 8:30am to 5:30pm
16 hrs in class, 4 hrs on-line (20hrs)

Tuition: $359 includes all materials
Location:

Coast Hotel & Convention Centre
20393 Fraser Highway
Langley, BC
Hotel Reservations: 1 800 716 6199


NANAIMO BC

Ethics for Career Development Practitioners

CRN: 31373
Dates/Times:

October 27, 2010, 0830-1730
8 hrs in class, 2 hrs on-line (10hrs)

Tuition: $259 includes all materials
Location:

Coast Bastion
Malaspina Room
11 Bastion Street
Nanaimo, BC
Hotel Reservations: 250 753 6601


Career Development Theories 

CRN: 31374 
Dates/Times:

October 28 & 29, 2010 8:30am to 5:30pm
16 hrs in class, 4 hrs on-line (20hrs)

Tuition: $359 includes all materials
Location:

Coast Bastion
Malaspina Room
11 Bastion Street
Nanaimo, BC
Hotel Reservations: 250 753 6601 


VANCOUVER, BC

Ethics for Career Development Practitioners

CRN: 31377
Dates/Times:

November 3, 2010  8:30 am to 5:30 pm
8 hrs in class, 2 hrs on-line (10hrs)

Tuition: $259 includes all materials
Location:

BCIT, Downtown Campus
555 Seymour Street
Vancouver BC 


Career Development Theories

CRN: 31378
Dates/Times:

November 4 & 5, 2010 8:30am to 5:30pm
16 hrs in class, 4 hrs on-line (20hrs)

Tuition: $359 includes all materials
Location:

BCIT, Downtown Campus
555 Seymour Street
Vancouver BC 



KAMLOOPS, BC

Ethics for Career Development Practitioners

CRN: 31375
Dates/Times:

November 24, 2010  8:30 am to 5:30 pm
8 hrs in class, 2 hrs on-line (10hrs)

Tuition: $259 includes all materials
Location:

Kamloops Convention Centre
Columbia Room
1250 Rogers Way
Kamloops, BC 
Convention Centre 250 372 5312 Ext. 2

The Convention Centre is located next to the Kamloops Towne Lodge
Some hotel rooms are available at special rates

Lodge Reservations: 250 828 6660 

Career Development Theories

CRN: 31376
Dates/Times:

November 25 & 26, 2010 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
16 hrs in class, 4 hrs on-line (20hrs)

Tuition: $359 includes all materials
Location:  Kamloops Convention Centre
Columbia Room
1250 Rogers Way
Kamloops, BC 
Convention Centre 250 372 5312 Ext. 2

The Convention Centre is located next to the Kamloops Towne Lodge
Some hotel rooms are available at special rates

Lodge Reservations: 250 828 6660 



VICTORIA, BC

Ethics for Career Development Practitioners

CRN: Check back here for details TBA
Dates/Times:

January 26, 2011 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
8 hrs in class, 2 hrs on-line (10hrs)

Tuition: $259 includes all materials
Location:

Details TBA 



Career Development Theories

CRN: Check back here for details TBA
Dates/Times:

January 27 & 28, 2011 8:30am to 5:30pm
16 hrs in class, 4 hrs on-line (20hrs)

Tuition: $359 includes all materials
Location:

Details TBA 

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On the Road to Certification courses are offered in Partnership with Douglas College, Faculty of Child, Family and Community Studies, Career Development Practitioner Program
& Creating Intentional Change (CIC), Inc., Seanna Quressette, CCDP, Director
www.douglas.bc.ca/ce/cfcs

BC Career Development Association (BCCDA): Certification Criteria
BC Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP)
www.bccda.org