Guiding Clients in a Capabilities-Driven Job Market

By Jennifer Hay

As AI, data, and technology rapidly reshape work at every level, career professionals must redefine job readiness. This article introduces a multi-dimensional capabilities framework, illustrated through client examples, to help career professionals guide clients toward the blend of skills, knowledge, talents, and interests that can lead to getting hired.

Fostering Career Counseling Self-efficacy in Counselor Education

By Terri L. Jashinsky & Carrie L. King

This article highlights the value of a learning environment that fosters self-efficacy with counselors-in-training in career counseling courses. By reflecting on our experiences teaching career counseling and reviewing results of a quantitative analysis, we have identified five key ingredients for counselor educators to consider incorporating into their career counseling courses. [Eds. Note: This article was originally published in Career Convergence in 2019. Due to the importance of self-efficacy, we are re-publishing it now.]

Between Algorithm and Empathy: AI Literacy and Ethics in Career Coaching

By Safaa Amer

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping career coaching through tools that expand access, automate tasks, and personalize guidance. This article examines recent developments, ethical challenges, and offers strategies for responsible AI integration. It argues that hybrid models combining technological efficiencies with human-centered ethics, empathy, and judgment are essential, and their adoption increases the demand for AI literacy.

Partnering with Educators to Reinforce Workforce Readiness Values

By Anjelica Tynes

Students often inquire about the purpose of school. They are dissatisfied with the answer of “it will help you in your future.” Career service providers can collaborate with school leaders to facilitate practical, school-wide career development initiatives. These initiatives will help students see the value school systems add to their future.

Supporting International Students through Collaboration and Community

By Rosie Ruoci Shen & Mitali Temurnikar

A collaborative approach can build community and confidence for international students. Career development professionals can apply these research-informed practices, facilitation tips, and adaptable program structures in their institutional contexts to support the diverse student populations who are navigating the job search.

Critical Consciousness in the Face of Racial Microaggressions: Cultural Considerations for Career Counselors

By Frank Gorritz FitzSimons

Racial microaggressions serve as a significant stressor for various marginalized communities when navigating workplaces in the United States. This conceptual article introduces critical consciousness in career counseling, a framework for equipping career counselors with increased awareness to provide culturally responsive counseling.

Resources for Implementing Effective Interventions, Supporting Diverse Populations and Reimagining Practices

By Melanie Reinersman and Melissa Venable

Graduate students, potential members in the career development workforce and first-time members of NCDA are often impressed with the extent of resources available at www.NCDA.org. The challenge lies in identifying and creatively utilizing these resources. Two NCDA experts share resources, instructional hints, and free tips, as seen in videos on NCDA’s YouTube channel.

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Tech Tip Provided by Angie Thompson, Angie.thompson@mso.umt.edu, NCDA Technology Committee