The data from the #CDIBigListen surveys is vital to us championing the profession with government and includes key questions on working in the profession.
if you work in career development - whether a CDI member or not - please do complete the survey and share with colleagues. zurl.co/FnbCY
📢 Careers Advisors: FREE UCAT Live Mock Experience for Your Students 🩺
Do you have students interested in medicine or dentistry? Help them “sit the UCAT before actually sitting the UCAT”.
📍 East London
🗓️ 14-22 February 2026
Limited spots. Share now: zurl.co/BMZpf
February CPD theme: Apprenticeships and technical education; Research
Explore key developments, insights into how the system works in practice and student progression routes and opportunities.
Check out our training and events calendar to book your place: zurl.co/YEH77
The CDI @thecdi.bsky.social has launched a new Fair Pay campaign in support of fair pay in career development. We are concerned that low pay and poor employment terms in some areas leave young people and adults with less support than they deserve.
www.thecdi.net/policy-campa...
Last chance to enter your poster for the National Research Conference
⏰Deadline: Fri 30 Jan
Take part to raise the profile of your work, gain valuable feedback, build new networks and be in with a chance to win the poster prize!
Email your poster to events@thecdi.net
For more info: zurl.co/RtEco
Don't forget to enter the CDI membership feedback prize draw 🎁
We’d love to hear your thoughts on our membership and benefits!
Share a testimonial and enter our prize draw to win a free place at any paid expert webinar of your choice in 2026.
Submit now: zurl.co/c0ClX
⏰Closes Mon 9 Feb, 5 pm
Webinar: Our Training and CPD programme - your feedback
Join Oliver Jenkin and Sue Alder for a highly interactive webinar where your feedback directly shapes the CDI’s Training and CPD programme.
Review what’s been delivered and influence what comes next. Don't miss this!
Book now: zurl.co/zlfq2
January CPD social media tips: Mentoring and supervision
Explore how mentoring and supervision support high-quality practice.
Want to go further?
Join our webinar, Why career professionals benefit from supervision and mentoring, on Tue 20 Jan, 4 pm to learn more.
Book now: zurl.co/oKMZ5
Expert workshop: Helping your clients with their mid-life career reinvention
📅Thu 29 Jan, 10 am, online
Support mid-life clients (45–60) facing redundancy, burnout or loss of direction. Gain practical tools to help them navigate change, stay relevant and regain confidence.
Book now: zurl.co/1ak77
Expert workshop - From principles to practice: An introduction to group career guidance
📅Mon 26 Jan, 4 pm.
Join Sue Edwards & Susan Meldrum for an interactive session exploring the value and potential of Group Career Guidance, using real-world examples and frameworks.
Book now: zurl.co/BBsj0
At the Cutting Edge - Supporting neurodivergent clients: Insights for career professionals
📅 Thursday 5 March, 2-4pm
🆓 for CDI & NICEC members
Join expert speakers to explore research, challenges, ethics and practical tools for neuroinclusive career work.
Book now: zurl.co/ZOS9U
Webinar: What does the CDI’s 2030 Strategy mean for members and the profession?
Choose from:
Wed 21 Jan, 12 pm
Tues 27 Jan, 4 pm
Join CEO David Morgan for a walkthrough of the strategy and what it means to CDI members and the profession.
Book now:
21 Jan - zurl.co/y0cUP
27 Jan - zurl.co/I9LZO
New year top tips - building career confidence in an uncertain job market
A new year can bring pressure to have everything figured out. In a changing labour market, career confidence comes from knowing how to begin — not having all the answers.
Here are five ways to build career confidence ➡️
Extended deadline: CDI membership feedback prize draw✨
⏰Closing on Mon 9 Feb 2026, 5 pm
We’d love to hear your thoughts on our membership and benefits!
Share a testimonial and enter our prize draw to win a free place at any paid expert webinar of your choice in 2026.
Submit now: zurl.co/c0ClX
Setting your New Year’s resolutions?🎯
As we step into 2026, it’s the perfect time to set goals and invest in your professional growth. Whether you want to strengthen your practice or develop new skills, our 2026 CPD programme has you covered!
Plan your year & book your CPD sessions: zurl.co/Owvqu
Major upgrades to the CDI CPD Diary
Members can now view full CPD entry details, edit historical records and delete entries – giving you greater flexibility, accuracy and control over how you document and manage your CPD.
Log in to the Members’ Area to explore the updates: zurl.co/WbT0S
In a changing labour market, professional careers guidance plays a vital role in supporting confidence and meaningful progression.
Here’s a New Year reflection from the CDI.
Read the news article: zurl.co/Mc4BL
Don't forget to book the sponsored webinar: Mental health careers in the NHS
📅Tuesday 13 January, 3 pm.
Join us to uncover the full range of roles in mental health settings and discover alternative pathways for anyone passionate about supporting mental wellbeing.
Book now: zurl.co/in9hh
Reminder: Submit your poster for the National Research Conference
⏰Deadline: Fri 30 Jan
Take part to raise the profile of your work, gain valuable feedback, build new connections and be in with a chance to win the poster prize.
Email your poster to events@thecdi.net
For more info: zurl.co/RtEco
Ringing in 2026 with the CDI!
As we welcome the New Year, we are grateful for the continued support of our wonderful members. Wishing you a sparkling New Year filled with success, inspiration and new opportunities!💫
We can’t wait to continue supporting and connecting with our CDI members in 2026!
January CPD theme: Mentoring and supervision; AI and automation in careers
Gain practical tools, ethical guidance and insights you can apply immediately. Stay ahead in an evolving careers landscape by joining these CPD sessions!
Check out our calendar to book your place: zurl.co/27Nf8
The CDI proudly supports the Get Britain Learning campaign. It’s important that individuals, employers and government invest in lifelong learning together to develop fulfilling careers for everyone.
Happy Holidays from the CDI! 🎉
Thank you to all our members and supporters for your contributions to the CDI this year. Your dedication and enthusiasm have strengthened our community and helped us make a positive impact together. Wishing you a joyful festive season, full of well-deserved cheer!💫
Expert webinar: Career practitioners as street-level integrators?
📅Monday 12 January, 12 pm.
Join Dr Miika Kekki for a thought-provoking webinar exploring how ideals, expectations and norms shape career guidance, and how these are translated into everyday practice.
Book now: zurl.co/bmV4I
December CPD social media tips: Lifelong Learning
Lifelong learning isn’t just about qualifications – it’s about helping people stay adaptable, confident and open to opportunity in a rapidly changing world of work. Explore the tips for insights you can use in your careers conversations.
CDI membership feedback prize draw✨
We’d love to hear your thoughts on our membership and benefits!
Share a testimonial and enter our prize draw to win a free place at any paid expert webinar of your choice in 2026.
👉 Submit now: zurl.co/c0ClX
Deadline: Friday 9 January 2026, 5 pm
We’re delighted to welcome Ryan Gibson as the CDI’s new President🎉
Read our latest news article to learn more about the Inauguration and Ryan’s thoughts on the future of the CDI.
View full article here: zurl.co/CNZKV
Sponsored webinar: Mental health careers in the NHS
📅Tuesday 13 January, 3 pm.
Join us to uncover the full range of roles in mental health settings and discover alternative pathways for anyone passionate about supporting mental wellbeing.
Book now: zurl.co/in9hh
As Pete Robertson’s term as CDI President comes to a close, we extend a huge thank you for his exceptional service and invaluable contribution over the past two years. We’re delighted to welcome Ryan Gibson as the new President and look forward to what’s ahead!✨
At the Cutting Edge - Supporting neurodivergent clients: Insights for career professionals
📅 Thursday 5 March, 2-4pm
💻 Free for CDI & NICEC members
Join expert speakers to explore research, challenges, ethics and practical tools for neuroinclusive career work.
Book now: zurl.co/ZOS9U
