What is career development?

Career development is the lifelong process of managing progression in learning and work. It significantly determines the nature and quality of your life and income.  The traditional concept of ‘career’ was progression up an ordered career ladder within a company or profession. People ‘chose’ a career, which then unfolded in an orderly way.  For some time now this route has been changing.

Why is my career development important?

New technology and globalisation means that employers are constantly exposed to change. They are therefore less willing to make long-term commitments to individuals and increasingly, therefore, security lies not in employment but in employability. Individuals who want to maintain their employability have to be willing to regularly learn new skills and update learning and skills in line with new technology.

How can The Welding Institute help me achieve this?

The Welding institute can help with your career management in several ways.

• high-quality technical information
• access to events and training
• personal mentoring, career advice and support
• individual advice and guidance from qualified practitioners
• career planning tools for recording IPD/ CPD

The Welding Institute IPD/CPD Handbook

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