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By Cathy Milton. CPC member Amy Watt is the first person to successfully complete all five courses in Career Professionals of Canada’s Career Development Practitioner (CDP) Program. This is a significant achievement that required a lot of hard work and focus. In CPC’s record book, Amy will always hold the distinction of being the first CDP graduate of this widely endorsed Canadian online program for career practitioners. Amy kindly agreed to be interviewed, sharing her thoughts and reflections on her achievement. Get to know Amy better by reading on. For the benefit…
By Sharon Graham. National Volunteer Recognition Week April 23 to 29, 2017 “13.3 million Canadians volunteer 2.1 billion hours, the equivalent of 1.1 million full-time jobs.” Canada Survey on Giving, Volunteering and Participating conducted by Statistics Canada and supported by Volunteer Canada. During National Volunteer Recognition Week, we’re reminded of the outstanding volunteer leadership provided by members of Career Professionals of Canada. As a social enterprise. CPC is a member-run, volunteer-driven community of professionals. With varied backgrounds and specialties, CPC’s volunteers form a brilliant, well-rounded team. A warm THANK YOU goes out to all…
By Natalie MacLellan. Whether we are engaged in career coaching, interview consulting, or résumé and profile writing, our clients rely on our specialized knowledge. Clients come to us because we are assumed to know things that they do not. People regard us as Subject Matter Experts. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) is a recognized authority in their field. You can achieve recognition as an SME through a combination of education, experience, and marketing. Education One of the most straightforward ways to position yourself as Subject Matter Experts is – not surprisingly…
Not sure how to write a strategic resume? You’re not alone. Build your credibility… …and your resume writing skills. Advanced Resume Development Program Next 5-week fully facilitated online program is scheduled for May 2017 If you are serious about advancing your expertise in resume writing, or if you are considering applying for your Certified Resume Strategist (CRS) Certification in the future, you will discover that this program is designed to help you achieve your goal! This fully facilitated program includes virtual lectures, interactive discussions, follow-up assignments, and online mentoring by your program…
By Christine Cristiano. The majority of career professionals enter into the profession with a passion for helping jobseekers to navigate the job market and secure suitable employment. However, it can be confusing for the practitioner to determine where his or her skills fit into the career vocation equation. Likewise, for individuals seeking professional career guidance, the difference between coaching, counselling, and consulting can be confusing. There are marked differences between the three disciplines and each offers selected expertise and services tailored to specific needs of a diverse clientele. The Career Coach:…
By Daisy Wright. In the current economic climate where career change has become the norm, many people have started to think of ways of becoming more competitive and staying ahead of their peers. While some are enrolling in certificate, diploma, or degree programs, others are earning certification in their specialized fields. As a career professional – self-employed or not – what are you doing? It’s a given that nurses, doctors, engineers, dentists, accountants, and other professionals require some form of a credential. This typically indicates that these individuals are skilled,…