Career Development Month

November is dedicated to Career Development! Career Development is the process of managing life, learning and work over a lifetime. It applies to everyone and is a great time for students and employees to focus on future career choices.

Learn more about Career Development from the North Carolina Career Development Association (NCCDA) and participate in the 59th Annual Poetry and Art Contest (categories for all ages including 18 and up).

Find additional resources and information about Career Development from the National Career Development Association on their page dedicated to National Career Development Month.

Want to help your students or clients create a Career Development Plan? NCcareers can help with that in our Plan My Career section.

Looking for Career Development lesson plans that incorporate data and content on NCcareers.org? Visit our Educator Resources section to see 66 different lesson plans and activities designed for students as early as 5th grade through post secondary education and beyond.  

Career Development articles and information on NCcareers.org: Is it too early to think about Career Development? Learn more Why should I talk with school’s Career Development Coordinator (CDC)? Learn more Why should I talk with my school's School Counselor? Learn more Why should I talk with my school's NC Career Coach? Learn more Where can I go for Career Development assistance if I am currently enrolled at or an alumni of a 4-year North Carolina college or university? Learn more Where can I go for Career Development assistance if I am currently enrolled or an alumni of an NC Community College? Learn more Where can I get Career Development assistance if I am not in school? Learn more