Career Development Report

A comprehensive and multifaceted Career Planning and Development report that provides valuable insights, information and resources for you to make meaningful career decisions and promote growth

Career Development Report: Navigating Your Path To Success

Our Career Development Report (CDR) is a comprehensive and multifaceted tool designed to help you navigate and explore your career options. Originating in 2009 as our Personality Profile report detailing our client’s career options and pathways, skills investigation and batching (later known as Key Transferable Skills Analysis), training and development, and provided a career schedule identifying career options. Our initial report was rebranded to “Career Development Report” (CDR) in 2011.

Over the past 15 years, our Career Development Report has evolved into a comprehensive and customised career development tool designed to help you navigate and explore your career options. Our Career Development Report, often warmly referred to as My Career Bible® by clients, is tailored to your unique circumstances, interests, capabilities, and current Australian Labour Market information (subject to availability). Throughout our journey together, we will delve into and explore various areas of your personal, academic, and professional history, as well as your career interests, needs, strengths, aptitude, preferences and development areas to provide you with a tailored, useable and meaningful career report that you can refer to repeatedly both in the now and in years to come.

Exploring Career Options

One of the key features of our CDR is its ability to help you explore a wide range of career options. We understand that choosing a career can be a daunting task, especially when there are so many possibilities available. Our CDR takes into consideration your individual circumstances and provides you with a detailed analysis of various career paths that align with your interests and capabilities.

Whether you are a recent high-school student (aged 15+ years) taking your first steps into the career exploration process, a graduate looking to kickstart your career or a professional considering a career change, our CDR can provide you with the necessary information to make informed decisions. By analysing your skills preferences and considering the current Australian Labour Market trends, we can help you identify the industries and occupations that offer the most promising opportunities.

Personalised Recommendations

Our CDR goes beyond simply providing you with a list of career options. We understand that each individual is unique, and their career aspirations may differ. That’s why our report offers personalised recommendations tailored to your specific needs and goals.

Through a comprehensive assessment of your skills, interests, and capabilities, our CDR identifies the career paths that are most likely to align with your strengths and passions. We provide you with detailed information about the qualifications, experience, and skills required for each recommended career option, allowing you to make informed decisions about your future.

Current Australian Labor Market Information

Staying up-to-date with the latest labour market trends is crucial for making informed career decisions. Our CDR incorporates current Australian Labour Market information to provide you with a realistic understanding of the job market.

By analysing industry growth rates, demand for specific skills, and emerging job trends, our report gives you valuable insights into the current and future employment prospects (based on available information). This information can help you make strategic decisions about your career development, ensuring that you are well-prepared for the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.

Additionally, our CDR provides information on salaries, which allows you to evaluate the financial and personal rewards associated with different career options.

The Career Development Report Process

The CDR process consists of four one-on-one career development sessions. These sessions are structured to provide you with the necessary guidance and support to make informed career decisions. Let’s take a closer look at each stage:

Stage 1: Initial Intake Session

In the first session, which lasts approximately 1.5 hours, we establish a professional connection and discuss your goals. We also conduct assessments such as the DASS 21 (adults) or depression signs and symptoms for children and recent stressful events for minors. This session allows us to explore your narrative, including your personal history, academic achievements, and professional experiences and establish baseline information.

Stage 2: Administration of Psychometric Instruments

In the second stage, we administer various psychometric instruments to gain deeper insights into your aptitudes, career interests, personality type, and more. The instrumentation process typically takes around 4 to 5 hours and includes a mix of online, paper, and card sorter instruments. Rest assured that all assessments are conducted in accordance with ethical guidelines and industry codes of conduct.

Stage 3: Presentation of Report

During the third stage, we present your customised Career Development Report. This verbal presentation lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours and provides you with a hard copy of the report. The content and length of the report vary based on your individual circumstances, needs, and career life stage. On average, the report can range from 50 to 100 pages.

Stage 4: Optional Follow-Up Session

We offer an optional follow-up session after the report is presented. This one-hour session takes place 2 to 4 weeks after the report presentation. It allows us to address any questions or concerns you may have and further support you in implementing your career development plan.

Career Development Report Outcomes

Upon completing the CDR process, we aim to provide you with a high-quality, customised career development plan.

The report will equip you with:-

A wealth of occupational information, empowering you to make informed career decisions based on your considerations, interests, motivators, values, and findings.
A comprehensive schedule of career interests derived from your verbal communication and psychometric instrumentation outcomes.
A top 20 career preference schedule based on your interests, preferences, and outcomes.
Insights into your current skills, preferences, and development requirements based on the top 20 career preferences outlined in your report.
Learning style preferences to maximise your learning outcomes.
Examples of tertiary and vocational educational routes for your top 20 career preferences, including relevant ATAR scores if applicable.
Australian labour market information, including skills requirements, remuneration rates, and skills shortages for your top 20 occupations (subject to availability).
The report provides you with the opportunity to strategise and implement meaningful career goals and action plans, empowering you to take control of your career and achieve your long-term objectives.

Add Ons – Psychometric Instruments

In addition to the extensive psychometric instrumentation included in the report, you have the option to add the Workplace Personality Index or Coping Scales. These additional instruments provide insights into your workplace characteristics and coping strategies. Please note that additional fees will be associated with including these instruments in your report.

Alternate Uses For Career Development Report

Aside from its primary purpose, the information contained in your CDR can also be valuable in various pre-employment and workplace scenarios.

You may find it useful for:

Preparing or updating your employment documentation, such as your Resume, Cover Letter, and Selection Criteria.
Utilising employment search engines and directories, including LinkedIn.
Developing professional development plans
Assisting organisations, employers and HR Departments in Learning and Development, Outplacement Services, Succession Planning, and Training Needs Analysis.

By investing in your Career Development Report, you are making a wise long-term investment in your career.