Masterclasses

Wednesday, 23 October 2024 9:00am - 1:00pm
Presented by Keynote Speakers - Dr Jim Bright, Dr Cathy Brown & Dr Paul J Hartung

Cost to register

Masterclasses are included in the cost of the Full Conference including Masterclass, Welcome Reception, Conference Dinner registration type. Alternatively, you may purchase single day masterclass tickets for the following prices:

Early Bird Member - $260 AUD
Standard Member - $360 AUD

Early Bird Non-Member - $300 AUD
Standard Non-Member - $400 AUD

Early Bird Student - $210 AUD
Standard Student - $310 AUD

Secure your place when registering for the conference, as places are limited.

Chaos in Practice: Using the Chaos Theory of Careers in Technology-Infused Career Education and Coaching Applications
Trends - Dr Jim Bright and Liv Pennie
9:00am - 12:10pm

This masterclass delves into the intricacies of the Chaos of Careers (CTC), providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of its principles. Through a technology-infused career education lens, attendees will explore practical applications of CTC in contemporary career development programs. Supported by the latest research findings, this masterclass equips practitioners with the knowledge and skills to effectively integrate CTC into their professional practice, enabling them to navigate the complexities of modern career landscapes with confidence.

Career Construction Counselling Principles and Practice
Transition - Dr Paul Hartung
9:00am - 12:10pm

This masterclass offers a comprehensive exploration of career construction counselling, focusing on its core principles and practice methods. Participants will gain insights into the purpose and structure of the career construction interview, learning how to effectively administer and interpret its questions. Through detailed examination, attendees will understand the rationale behind each interview question, enhancing their ability to guide clients through the career exploration process. Practical guidance will be provided on constructing a life portrait, a valuable tool for visualising career narratives. By the end of the masterclass, participants will feel more adept at adapting career construction methods to diverse career service contexts, empowering them to better support individuals in their career journeys.

Feeling Lost and Burnt-Out? - Helping Our Clients With Their Mid-Life Career Reinvention
Transformation - Dr Cathy Brown
9:00am - 10:20am
In this masterclass, participants will delve into the intricacies of mid-life career invention, gaining insights into its significance and relevance in today's world. Through a comprehensive exploration, attendees will uncover the challenges and complexities commonly encountered by clients navigating this stage of their professional journey. Equipped with practical strategies, participants will learn how to effectively support mid-life clients in achieving success during their career reinvention process. The masterclass will provide guidance on facilitating clients' exploration of beneficial activities and approaches to career coaching, empowering them to reinvent themselves with confidence and purpose.

Wanting Meaning in Work and Life? - Helping Our Clients To Find Their Purpose
Transformation - Dr Cathy Brown
10:50am - 12:10pm

In this masterclass, participants will acquire valuable skills in assisting clients to uncover and refine their true purpose through a practical method. Through hands-on instruction, attendees will learn how to effectively integrate and customise this method to suit the unique needs of individual clients and diverse groups. Additionally, the masterclass will explore strategies for leveraging purpose-driven client work to generate income, where applicable, providing practitioners with valuable insights into monetising this aspect of their practice. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the tools and knowledge needed to guide clients towards a deeper understanding of their purpose while optimising their professional practice.

Key Dates

Friday, 31 May 2024
Early Bird Registration Closes

Saturday, 1 June 2024
Standard Registration opens

Monday, 1 July 2024
Sponsorship and exhibition cancellation cut-off 

Friday, 16 August 2024
Registration cancellation cut-off 

Wednesday, 20 September 2024
Accommodation cancellation deadline 

Friday, 11 October 2024
Online Registration closes

Sunday, 20 - Wednesday 23 October 2024 CDAA National Conference

Career Development Association of Australia

Conference Convenor

CDAA
PO Box 378, Brighton
South Australia 5048

Phone
+61 421 102 477

Email
info@cdaa.org.au

GEMS Event Management
Australia

Conference Organiser

GEMS Event Management Australia
Unit 15, 118 Queens Road, Five Dock
New South Wales 2046

ABN 30 615 654 629

Phone
+61 2 9744 5252

Email
registration@gemsevents.com.au

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