Website update

The latest update was emailed to all CDI members on 10th October. 

For more details, please see the Digital FAQs page.

Explore the CDI

Learn all about the new CDI website

New CDI website - video tour and FAQs

Learn about the website's new features and how to find everything you need. Watch the video tour and check out the latest frequently asked questions and updates.

Also catch up on the latest updates about changes on the website.

CDI Academy

CDI Academy

The CDI Academy offers a range of courses to suit individuals and organisations. These include the full Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development, Level 6 Careers Leadership and a bespoke course in SEND. 

The UK Register of Career Development Professionals

The UK Register of Career Development Professionals

If you are a young person or an adult looking for career guidance/coaching, or an employer looking to contract with a career development professional to provide these services in your school/college, a community or company setting, please use the search criteria to find a Registered Career Development Professional. 

Professional Qualifications

Professional Qualifications

There are a number of routes to become qualified in career development, for those looking to enter the profession and those already working in career development.

The full qualifications are shown here, along with progression routes from other qualifications in the sector or from allied areas.

CPD Training and Events

CPD Training and Events

Keeping your knowledge and skills up to date and constantly learning new ways of working is the hallmark of a professional.

If you are going to maximise your potential for lifetime employability, it is essential that you maintain high levels of professional competence by continually upgrading your skills and knowledge.

Careers Resources

Careers Resources

CDI resources help practitioners, researchers and policy-makers advance the work of the profession. We also curate quality resources from across the UK and internationally, so they can be easily accessed and used to inform and inspire.

Many of our resources are openly available here, with a significant additional library only available to CDI members in the members area.

Policy, Campaigns, and Media

Policy, Campaigns, and Media

The CDI champions the career development profession and the benefit it brings to individuals, the economy and society. We do this through our policy, campaign and media work, on our own and in partnership with other organisations. 

Careers Jobs

Careers Jobs

The Careers in Careers Jobs Board is the UK's only recruitment site focussed entirely on the careers sector, operated by the Career Development Institute. 

Latest Careers News

Latest Careers News
CDI News Desk
CDI News Desk
11 October 2024

Celebrating Claire Johnson and her Remarkable Journey in Career Development

As Claire Johnson, Head of Professional Development and Standards at the CDI, retires this autumn, we celebrate her remarkable contributions to the industry and society and wish her well in all her future endeavours. 

  • David Morgan
    David Morgan
    17 June 2024

    CDI briefing - 2024 general election manifestos

    With the general election on 4th July 2024, the CDI have reviewed the manifestos of the main political parties to highlight their likely impact on career development - updated with Northern Ireland manifestos.

  • CDI News Desk
    CDI News Desk
    06 February 2024

    Another exciting national apprenticeship week

    National Apprenticeship Week is proving to be as popular as ever, with a plethora of resources, events and activities on offer.

  • CDI News Desk
    CDI News Desk
    05 August 2024

    Pre-order discount for Trotman books

    As part of the publishing partnerships with Trotman, the CDI are offereing 25% off all pre-orders for the first three books published under the agreement.

Explore the CDI and what we do

The CDI offers a range of benefits to support members and champions the career development profession. Find out about all the work we do as the professional body for career development, to ensure the profession is best placed to support individuals, the economy and society.

Explore the role of the CDI.

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Career Related Learning

AI for career practitioners

By the end of six weeks, you'll walk away with well-rounded perspectives, tangible skills, and curated resources to evaluate, adopt and apply AI solutions in service of empowering career journeys. This course is designed for active participation and peer learning. We encourage you to engage with the materials, share your perspectives in discussions, and have fun experimenting with AI!


Regional and other meetings

Cymru Wales autumn webinar 1

Enhancing Careers Advisers' Understanding of Decision-Making Neuroscience: Theories, Strategies and Tools to Support Customer/Client Career Choices.


What Our Members Say

Read what a few of our members say about themselves and the benefits of joining the Career Development Instiute.

CDI membership provides me with access to a powerful community of careers professionals and a valuable collective body of knowledge to draw from, as well as reassurance and support when I've worked in more isolated roles.


For clients, my membership demonstrates my ongoing commitment to delivering professional and high-quality services that meet and align with the CDI Code of Ethics.


Of all my qualifications, these badges (CDI member and registered professional badges) represent the ones hardest earned. [Completing the] qualifications was so worth it to learn more, to share best practice with other professionals and to simply confirm I knew my 'stuff'!


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Having any trouble?

Do not hesitate to reach out to us anytime.