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The North Carolina Career Development Association (NCCDA) is comprised of professionals engaged in the field of career counseling and development. NCCDA is organized and governed in accordance with the by-laws of the National Career Development Association.


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NCCDA Award Nominations!

Nominate a colleague or a professional for the following awards:

New Professional Award

Roy Anderson Award

Outstanding Professional or Program Award

Read more about the awards and submit your nomination by 11:59pm on February 1, 2026. Nominees must be members of NCCDA. Winners will be announced at our annual conference. Thank you for your support in recognizing the best among us!



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Are you a career counselor, coach, educator, or researcher? Join our vibrant community of career development professionals and students from across the state of North Carolina. NCCDA members enjoy benefits such as discounted registration for professional development events, informal career conversations, and more! 


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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging statement

The North Carolina Career Development Association is guided by a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) across the constituencies we represent, including K-12, higher education, private practice, and industry. We recognize that intersectionality is at the heart of understanding the complex identities and experiences of individuals. We actively engage in conversations about power and privilege, aiming to dismantle structural inequalities within the career development field. By promoting equitable access to resources, advocating for inclusive policies, and fostering a sense of belonging among our members, we strive to create an environment that celebrates diversity, nurtures growth, and ensures that everyone has equal opportunities to thrive in their professional pursuits.

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CATCH YOUR BREATH:
NCDA CONFERENCE 2023

By: Cindy Haeck, NCC, LCMHC, CCC, FCD-I

Chicago…the “Windy City!” What a landscape for learning at the 2023 Annual NCDA Conference. Writing two weeks later and I’m still trying to catch my breath. (Has nothing to do with the smokey skies due to Canadian wildfires.)

What are the great takeaways? Much of it boils down to the people! Sharing sacred space with others who are trying to wrap their heads around a rapidly changing landscape of the world of work…and serving others at every stage, age, and intersection of life.

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Tech tools

NCcareers.org is North Carolina's resource for job and career information. This site is free to use and offers resources and tools at each stage of the career development process. NCcareers.org was spearheaded by the Labor and Economic Analysis Division (LEAD) of the NC Department of Commerce and provides helpful data on occupations in a fun and user friendly format.  Learn more about the site through this video and start using it with your students and clients today.

submitted by Catherine Allen

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