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Thought Leader Insights on Career Readiness for Today’s Students
Tuesday 04/07, Noon-2 PM Eastern (Zoom)
This webinar is comprised of a panel of individuals with expertise on supporting career readiness, job search strategies, and transition from higher ed to the workplace with particular insights for coaches supporting first gen and low income students.
Speakers:
Pamela Edwards | LinkedIn
Susan Chappell | LinkedIn
Angie Estévez | LinkedIn
NCDA CEUs: This program is eligible for 2 NCDA CEUs.
Act 48 credit:
PACDA and PSCA members: After the event, complete the post-event survey, then email ceu@thepacda.org to obtain your certificate of attendance, which you can then submit via the PSCA website.
Not a PACDA or PSCA member?: You may be able to obtain Act 48 credit. After the event, complete the post-event survey, then email ceu@thepacda.org to obtain your certificate of attendance. Submit this to the Pennsylvania Department of Education via your local education agency, which will have the final say on whether this program qualifies for Act 48 credit. Or, you may submit via the Pennsylvania School Counselor Association for $10.
National Speakers Association (NSA) Philadelphia Chapter
April 10, 2026 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM ET
More information: Here
Fostering Career Awareness and Development in the K-12 Setting
April 15, 2026 12PM - 1PM EST
This session is designed for career counselors, school counselors, and educational practitioners working with K–12 students. Framed by Super’s Lifespan, Life-Space Theory, and Gottfredson’s Theory of Circumscription and Compromise, the presentation examines career development as a developmental process from early childhood through adolescence. Participants will explore how students’ self-concept, interests, and aspirations emerge over time and how counseling-informed, developmentally appropriate practices can support career awareness, employability skill development, and intentional pathway planning.
More information and registration HERE
PACDA Members: register at a discount using the promo code in Member Resources.
Ready to elevate your speaking business — and have a few laughs doing it?
Join us for our next Philly NSA Read & Succeed on April 16th, 7:00–8:15 PM, where we’re diving into David Newman’s game-changing new book, Market Eminence.
This isn’t your typical book discussion. It’s a power hour of insights, community, and real talk about what it takes to stand out in today’s noisy marketplace — all facilitated by Theresa Hummel-Krallinger (yes, expect humor, honesty, and the occasional loving kick in the pants).
Registration & More information: Click Here
Career Thought Leaders
April 19 - 22, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Liberty Station, San Diego, CA
Join the premier gathering of career development professionals for a transformative experience that consistently delivers cutting-edge insights, practical technology solutions, and meaningful connections.
The Career Thought Leaders Symposium brings together the brightest minds in career coaching, resume writing, and career services from universities, government agencies, and private practice.
More information and registration Here
OCDA proudly presents the 2026 Webinar Series
Cultivating Healthy Workplaces: Strategies to Promote Employee Well-Being and Team Engagement
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Date: April 29, 2026 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
CEU Eligible from Ohio CSWMFT Board
Pricing:
$5 for members
$7 for partner associations
$10 for non-members
Presenters:
Katie O'Malley, M.Ed., BCC, Founder & Principle Coach, (en)Courage Coaching
Dr. Ana C. Berrios Allison, Ph.D., LPC, Licensed Career Services Counselor, The Ohio State University
Session Description: In today's workplace, practices that inadvertently undermine employee mental health can gradually reduce engagement, retention, and team cohesion. This interactive session is designed for career counselors and career practitioners to explore how to cultivate a positive team culture that support well-being, prevents burnout, and promotes sustainable engagement.
Grounded in a person-centered and systems-based counseling framework, participants will:
**Zoom information will be sent via email to registrants**
Purpose, Pathways and Possibilities – Empowering People for a Changing World of Work
May 19 - 21, 2026
State College, PA
Join us for three days of engaging speakers, breakout sessions, social events, and networking opportunities designed to inspire and connect professionals across Pennsylvania.
Conference Schedule
Sponsorships Packages
PACDA members register at a discount using code in Member Resources
Save the Date for the OCDA 2026 Conference !
The OCDA 2026 Spring Conference theme is:
Reimagining Career Readiness: Building Pathways to Impact
Dates: Thursday, May 28th and Friday, May 29th 2026
Location: Lima, Ohio
Interested in submitting a proposal? OCDA's Call For Proposals is NOW OPEN!
Download the 2026 Conference Save the Date image to share with colleagues HERE.
For more information, Click Here
PACDA Members: Register at a discount using code in Member Resources.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM
This one-day Conference will be Hybrid. The In-person Conference will take place at the Silver Spring Civic Building. Those who choose to attend virtually will use Zoom to access the same content as the in-person attendees and use the Chat feature to ask questions. Coffee breaks and lunch are included in the In-person registration fee. We hope you will attend in-person, if possible, to take advantage of the networking opportunities and learn from each other.
June 5, 2026 12PM - 12:45 PM ET
Join MichCDA and OCDA for the June Career Café as we explore the role of mindfulness in supporting well-being and resilience. We’ll discuss practices that can help reduce stress and enhance presence in both personal and professional settings.
Creative Resilience: Integrating Dynamic Solutions in Career Development
June 30 - July 2, 2026 - Minneapolis, MN
Conference agenda HERE
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