Career Advising
Career Advising for K–12: Building Purpose, Possibility, and Plans at Every Grade Level
Effective career advising starts early and evolves with each stage of a student’s journey. This three-part series equips school counselors and educators with developmentally appropriate strategies, tools, and insights to support career development from elementary through high school. Aligned with ICAP/DCAP requirements, each session focuses on how to foster self-awareness, connect academics to future goals, and guide students in building informed, confident plans for life after high school. Whether you work with curious kindergarteners or goal-driven seniors, this series will help you inspire purpose and possibility at every step.
Upcoming Sessions & Registration
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Top 10 Websites to Know and Love (free webinar session)
With the overwhelming number of online resources available to support students in their postsecondary planning journey, it’s essential to know which tools truly deliver value. This fast-paced session will introduce counselors and college access professionals to ten must-know websites that can streamline the advising process, deepen student engagement, and support informed decision-making.
Participants will explore the functionality, audience, and practical use cases for each website—including tools for career exploration, college matching, financial aid guidance, test preparation, and more. Whether you’re working one-on-one with students, supporting parents, or planning classroom lessons, you’ll leave with a refreshed digital toolkit to enhance your daily practice.
September 30, 2025 | 11 am - Noon
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Career Planning Myths—Busting the Misconceptions
Students are often influenced by outdated or inaccurate beliefs about what it means to build a successful career. In this engaging and myth-busting session, we’ll explore the most common misconceptions about career planning and provide strategies counselors can use to guide students toward a more realistic and empowered approach. From the idea that a college degree guarantees success to the belief that students must choose a lifelong career path in high school, we’ll reframe the conversation with tools, language, and resources you can bring back to your school immediately.
December 9, 2025 | 1-2 pm
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Career Advising for High School: Guiding Students Towards Purpose and Possibility
Career advising is more than picking a job—it’s about helping students connect their interests, skills, and goals to future possibilities. This session equips school counselors and educators with tools and strategies to provide meaningful career guidance in high school. From integrating ICAP/DCAP requirements to facilitating career exploration and planning conversations, participants will walk away with a framework for supporting all students in building confident, informed plans for life after high school.
January 19, 2026 | 1 -2 pm
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Career Advising for Middle School: Laying the Foundation for Future Success
Middle school is the ideal time to begin meaningful career exploration. In this session, counselors and educators will discover how early career advising helps students build self-awareness, connect academics to goals, and begin thinking about life after high school. Participants will explore developmentally appropriate strategies, tools, and lessons that align with ICAP/DCAP requirements and support future planning for all students.
February 25, 2026 | 11 am - Noon
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Career Advising for Elementary: Building Dreams from Day One
Elementary students are natural explorers, making this the perfect time to introduce career concepts. In this session, participants will learn how to incorporate age-appropriate career development activities that build self-awareness, curiosity, and aspiration. Discover strategies that align with ICAP/DCAP frameworks and set the stage for lifelong learning and future planning—all while keeping it fun and engaging for young learners.
April 7, 2026 | 1-2 pm
Registration Opening Summer 2025
Payment & Pricing Details
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Training registration fees can be paid through online via credit card.
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Is your organization or district paying? Do you need a PO and invoice? Click here to request an invoice and register.
Invoice requests must be made at least 14 business days prior to the training. If you want to request an invoice after the 14 day window, contact bmorey@icansucceed.org.
ISCA Partnership
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ICAN has partnered with the Iowa School Counselor Association (ISCA) and will offer a 25% discount to current ISCA members on select ICAN professional development opportunities. To access this discount, you must log into your ISCA member portal on the ISCA website and use the members-only link. |
