Expert training by an NCDA Master Trainer. Empower others to become exceptional career services providers by learning to deliver the NCDA’s renowned Facilitating Career Development (FCD) Training.
Your path to becoming a Certified FCD Instructor
Are you passionate about guiding individuals toward fulfilling careers as a career services provider? Do you want to gain the expertise to deliver the NCDA’s highly respected FCD Training? As an NCDA-certified Master Trainer, I provide comprehensive training to equip you with the skills and knowledge to become a successful FCD Instructor.
Duration
16 hours total
Schedule
Via Zoom, completed within 3 months. We will schedule Zoom meetings/training sessions at a mutually convenient time.
Cost
$1,900 plus the NCDA Instructor Manual
What you’ll learn
- Facilitate engaging and interactive training sessions
- Apply career development theories and models in practical settings
- Use assessment tools and techniques to guide career exploration
- Deliver effective career counseling and advising strategies
- Teach job search and career planning methods
- Address ethical considerations in career development
- Learn the business side of delivering this training
- Manage the logistics of FCD training
Why become an FCD Instructor?
- Elevate your professional standing and credibility
- Deliver a nationally recognized career development program
- Help individuals make more informed career decisions
- Expand opportunities in educational institutions, career centers and private practice
- Join a network of dedicated career development professionals
- Increase your income by teaching FCD courses
- Make a lasting impact on people’s lives
Qualifications
To ensure a high-quality learning experience, applicants should meet the following requirements. If you do not meet them, contact a Master Trainer to discuss.
Career development expertise
Must fulfill ONE of the following: a Master’s/Doctorate in Counseling with career development coursework, practicum/internship with major career emphasis, and 3+ years of experience; a Master’s in HRD, Psychology or Education with 5+ years’ experience, continuing education, and relevant publications/presentations; or a Bachelor’s in a related field with 5+ years’ experience, continuing education, and publications/presentations.
Training expertise
3+ years teaching or training adults, with experience teaching career-related courses or conducting in-depth staff training.
eLearning skills and experience
Experience with an LMS and with online course creation and delivery, plus comfort with tech tools and troubleshooting.
Credentials and memberships
Licenses/certifications in career counseling, and memberships and leadership in professional associations.
Professional contributions
Presentations, publications and development of training materials.
Commitment
A statement of how you will use the training, or a letter of support from an administrator/manager.
How do I apply?
Complete the application. If you are accepted, we will schedule our Zoom meeting times. Occasionally I set up a pre-scheduled date and time for the training — see the NCDA website or the online application for details. Otherwise, email academic.career.advising@gmail.com and we will arrange a mutually agreed date and time.
Ready to take the next step?
Read 100+ client reviews on Meg’s LinkedIn profile, then submit your application.