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Become a Career Advisor

"I got to work with individuals who were already in the workforce and was able to get a glimpse into what it took to become a Career Advisor."
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About the Career Advising Program

Courses

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Foundation Principles for Career AdvisorsBUSA-40801

Units: 4.00

$895

This course will explore the basic skills required to perform effectively as a Career Advisor. Career Development is an interdisciplinary field which takes into account workplace dynamics and individu...

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Upcoming Start Dates:
September 26, 2022
Typically Offered: Fall

Skill Development for Career AdvisorsBUSA-40806

Units: 4.00

$895

This course will provide information for knowledge of basic skills required to perform effectively as a Career Advisor. Career advisors help focus clients skills, interests and values, while teaching...

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Upcoming Start Dates:
January 4, 2023
Typically Offered: Winter, Summer

Specialty Areas for Career AdvisorsBUSA-40810

Units: 4.00

$895

Skilled career advisors strive to address the unique needs of every individual they serve. This course will focus on innovative thinking and resource development, encompassing the areas of service del...

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Upcoming Start Dates:
March 29, 2023
Typically Offered: Spring
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Conditions for Admission

Admittance by application only. For questions, please contact Roxanne (Roxy) Farkas at rfarkas@ucsd.edu or (858) 534-5143.

Certificate Guidelines

Career Advisors will participate in 3 courses approximately 100 hours of instruction and coursework over 3 quarters and will earn 12 academic credits from UC San Diego Extension. Courses have been created using Canvas, a learning management system software application that enables educational course content to be delivered over the internet (online).

Together, students and instructors will be creating a learning community where ideas and concepts are shared using various online learning approaches, including structured activities, varied readings, group discussions and lectures.

Knowledge of powerpoint recommended but not required.

Benefit of Career Advisor Education to the WIB System

A dynamic organization with highly-skilled and capable staff allows WIBs and their One-Stops to:

  • Quickly respond to the changing demands of the workplace
  • Innovate from the ground up (not top down)
  • Gather strength from collective knowledge
  • Seek continuous improvement through principles imbedded in plans and culture
  • Close the skill gap of staff, raising the bar for high performance and fostering employee engagement
  • Staff a state-of-the-art One-Stop with requisite talent
  • Leverage Capstone projects as roadmaps for process improvement
  • Create a team of problem solvers and the next generation of leaders
  • Immediately applicable skills

Course Order

Foundation Principles | BUSA 40801 | 9/20/21 – 12/11/21
Skill Development | BUSA 40806 | 1/3/22 – 3/19/22
Specialty Areas | BUSA 40810 | 3/28/22 – 6/11/22
 

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Who should take this program?

Students completing the program are eligible to receive the Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP) certification through the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP). The CWDP is a nationally recognized credential for individuals who have demonstrated they have what it takes to provide the highest quality services to our nation's job seekers and businesses.

Are the classes on-line?

Yes, all of the courses are on-line and have been created using Canvas— a learning management system software application that enables educational course content to be delivered over the internet (online). 

On a weekly basis, students must logon and review the lectures, activities and complete the assignments for that week. Together, students and instructors will be creating a learning community where ideas and concepts are shared using various online learning approaches, including structured activities, varied readings, group discussions and lectures.



 

Do I need to complete an application?

Yes, the application must be submitted and accepted prior to course enrollment. Candidates are encouraged to register in the certificate program as early as possible to take advantage of program benefits.

 

How much does the program cost?

Each course is $895. Students pay for each of the 3 individual courses at the time of enrollment.

 

Priscilla Nguyen

I got to work with individuals who were already in the workforce and was able to get a glimpse into what it took to become a Career Advisor.

Priscilla Nguyen

Advisory Board

Andy Hall, M.B.A.

Vice President and Chief Program Officer

San Diego Workforce Partnership

Virginia Hamilton

Regional Administrator

US Department of Labor

Reg Javier

Deputy Executive Director

San Bernardino County

Bob Lanter

Executive Director

California Workforce Association

Mike Lawrence

Executive Director (Interim)

NAWDP

David McMunn

Deputy Director

Workforce Investment Board of Tulare County

Adam Peck, M.P.Adm.

Executive Director

Workforce Investment Board of Tulare County

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