Course Versions
Did you know that we have developed three versions of the Graduate Certificate of Career Development? We currently offer a General Program (current page), a version specifically adapted for Secondary Educators, and a Tailored Workforce Development version. Follow the relevant links below to find out more.
Do you currently
work in Secondary
Education?
Do you want to develop your
workforce to become qualified
Career Practitioners?
Course Versions
Did you know that we have developed three versions of the Graduate Certificate of Career Development? We currently offer a General Program (current page), a version specifically adapted for Secondary Educators, and a Tailored Workforce Development version. Follow the relevant links below to find out more.
Do you currently
work in Secondary
Education?
Do you want to develop your
workforce to become qualified
Career Practitioners?
Develop your workforce to become qualified Career Practitioners with a Tailored Graduate Certificate of Career Development
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Academic Excellence and Industry Relevance
Enquire now to discuss the design of a tailored learning experience for your workforce. Delivered through an innovative partnership between James Cook University and Career Ahead with the objective of graduating high performing future Career Practitioners.
We’d love to hear from you
Tailored Solution
Our tailored solution is available to 10 or more students and can be designed to the requirements of any organisation or cohort including:







Flexible timetable







Tailored delivery mode either onsite, online or blended







Organisation specific curriculum, inclusive of bespoke course content







Expert industry guests







Contextualised skills practice and assessment design







Personalised student experience
For more information about our targeted options click the button below to receive the Tailored Programs Brochure via email.
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An Innovative Partnership




Course Overview















CICA endorsed















4 industry aligned subjects















Fully online or blended delivery















Flexible delivery schedule















Offered nationally and internationally















*Commonwealth Supported Places available
Student Profile
The Graduate Certificate of Career Development Tailored Programs are suitable for any students providing career guidance to employees or clients. This includes:















Employment Consultants















Human Resource Professionals















Career Transition Consultants















Disability Support Consultants















Youth Services Officers















Wellbeing Officers















Secondary or TAFE Teachers















Athlete Welfare and Player Managers
Based on your workforce profile, we can design a targeted solution to meet the of your team.
Subjects
Career Development
Theories and Tools
A critical pillar of career development professional practice is foundational knowledge in career counselling theory. Building on leading theoretical frameworks, students work with a range of career development tools, including psychometric instruments, career choice diagnostics and
Career Development
Professional Practice
Aligned to the understanding and application of the CICA Professional Standards, this subject builds students’ capability to work as a professional Career Practitioner. This subject includes an online intensive workshop where students translate learnings into practical experiences, applying the knowledge and skills acquired to ‘real-plays’ and complex career development case studies.
The Labour Market and
the Future of Work
A critical pillar of career development professional practice is foundational knowledge in career counselling theory. Building on leading theoretical frameworks, students work with a range of career development tools, including psychometric instruments, career choice diagnostics and
Career
Counselling
Aligned to the understanding and application of the CICA Professional Standards, this subject builds students’ capability to work as a professional Career Practitioner. This subject includes an online intensive workshop where students translate learnings into practical experiences, applying the knowledge and skills acquired to ‘real-plays’ and complex career development case studies.
Tailoring Discussion
We would welcome the opportunity for a discussion on the design of a targeted solution for your workforce.
Contact Madeleine Gardam, Client Solutions Manager by email on madeleine.gardam@careerahead.com.au or by phone on 03 9645 5545 for further information.
Course Fees
$1992*
Estimated fee for Commonwealth
Supported Place
*Eligibility Criteria Apply
Fees are based on 2022 figures and are subject to change. Plus Student Services and Amenities fee.
$9900
Estimated fee for Full
Fee Paying Place
Fee for individuals not eligible for the Commonwealth Supported Fee
Fees are based on 2022 figures and are subject to change. Plus Student Services and Amenities fee.
To get a CSP, you must be one of the following:
- an Australian citizen, who be resident in Australia for at least one unit of study contributing to their course of study
- a New Zealand citizen, who will be resident in Australia for the duration of their unit(s) of study
- a permanent visa holder, who will be resident in Australia for the duration of their unit(s) of study.
See here for further information about eligibility for a CSP.
Student Testimonials
Course Versions
Did you know that we have developed three versions of the Graduate Certificate of Career Development? We currently offer a General Program (current page), a version specifically adapted for Secondary Educators, and a Tailored Workforce Development version. Follow the relevant links below to find out more.
Do you currently
work in Secondary
Education?
Do you want to develop your
workforce to become qualified
Career Practitioners?
Course Versions
Did you know that we have developed three versions of the Graduate Certificate of Career Development? We currently offer a General Program (current page), a version specifically adapted for Secondary Educators, and a Tailored Workforce Development version. Follow the relevant links below to find out more.
Do you currently
work in Secondary
Education?
Do you want to develop your
workforce to become qualified
Career Practitioners?