Field Guide by NSCDA

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Become a CCDP

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What is a CCDP?

Certified Career Development Practitioners work in a variety of settings providing expert career and employment services to a diverse clientele. This includes things like employment consulting, career coaching, resume writing, job development, personal career branding, and more.

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Find your best career fit

Students and professionals looking to begin or change careers within the career development field can take our aptitude and qualification test to find the career that best aligns with them.

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Get started

Whether you’re looking to start your career as a CCDP or have questions, it all starts with a conversation. Reach out to our team at the contact details below and we’d be happy to chat.

certification@nscda.ca 902 832-0334