About the project
The Guided Pathways project, led by AWES, transformed career development practices across Canada by teaching Career Development Practitioners (CDPs) how to integrate Skills for Success (SFS) into employment counseling. Running from 2019 to 2024, the project was done in collaboration with Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC) and RAD Science Solutions, ensuring a strong foundation in research and assessment.
For Career Development Practitioners (CDPs), having a solid understanding of Skills for Success framework is essential to effectively assess client skill levels, identify gaps, and provide better career matching as well as targeted guidance on training and career pathways. By incorporating SFS into their practice, CDPs were able to better support job seekers in developing the critical skills needed for long-term employment success.
Through an interactive online training program, participants engaged in hands-on activities, real-world case studies, and live discussions, reinforcing their ability to integrate Skills for Success into client support. The training also included an online, three-month Community of Practice, allowing CDPs to connect, share insights, and deepen their understanding of SFS implementation.
Project Highlights
- National Impact: Over 1,700 registrations with 1,126 completions and 700 certificates issued.
- Skills for Success Integration: 95% of CDPs reported improved ability to use SFS tools in their practice.
- Client Benefits: 93% of CDPs noted increased client awareness of essential skills for workplace success.
- Practical Application & Peer Learning: Participants engaged in interactive training that combined self-paced learning, facilitated discussions, and group activities.
- Innovative Assessments: Participants tested soft skills assessments in partnership with RAD Science to measure communication, adaptability, collaboration, and problem-solving.
- Sustainability & Accessibility: AWES developed an open-access self-study guide, an infographic showcasing project results, and curated a collection of online resources for CDPs.
Stay Connected
AWES is committed to supporting CDPs in integrating Skills for Success into their practice. The links below provide access to the Guided Pathways self-study guide, an infographic summarizing key project results, and a curated collection of online resources for CDPs developed through the project.
If you are interested in Skills for Success professional development training for Career Development Practitioners, we invite you to connect with us to explore learning opportunities tailored to your needs