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Professional Development: On Your Schedule, Within Your Budget<\/p>\n

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Recognized Leader in Online Education<\/p>\n

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By Rachel Dhaliwal, Career Coach<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve been in the workforce for a while, chances are good that you\u2019ve heard the term \u201cprofessional development.\u201d Professional development is vital to your career, as it\u2019s directly relevant to how – and how much – you continue to grow and move forward in the workplace. Fortunately, it can take many forms, making it easy for anyone to do regardless of their financial or time constraints. To explore which options may work best for you, let\u2019s look at some different avenues of professional development.<\/p>\n

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If your company has an HR department, reach out to them and inquire about their professional development offerings<\/p>\n

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RACHEL DHALIWAL, CAREER COACH<\/p>\n

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On-The-Job-Training<\/strong><\/p>\n

Obviously, you undergo a lot of training when you first begin a new role, but when that ends, you should continue to seek out opportunities to learn more. Join a committee, take charge of a project, or even just ask around and see if a coworker (especially one whose job differs from yours) needs help with anything.<\/p>\n

If your company has an HR department, reach out to them and inquire about their professional development offerings. Even if they don\u2019t have something currently available, they will likely be able to give you some suggestions and point you in the right direction.<\/p>\n

Professional Organizations<\/strong><\/p>\n

Joining a professional organization comes with a lot of benefits – not least of which is education and training. You can attend conferences, grow and learn directly from your network of peers, and keep up with industry changes through the organization\u2019s website, social media accounts, or publications.<\/p>\n

If you prefer something a little closer to home, you can reach out to your local Chamber of Commerce and research your options through them. Chambers of Commerce regularly host mixers, events, and training courses, so even if you don\u2019t want to become a member, there are still benefits to be had.<\/p>\n

Continuing Education<\/strong><\/p>\n

Whether it\u2019s formal courses at a college or university, or weekend computer classes at the community center, all knowledge is worth having. You may even be fortunate enough to have your employer pay for some, or all of your courses, so be sure to ask!<\/p>\n

Another option available is online trainings, such as can be found on LinkedIn Learning, the Khan Academy, edX, and more. It is important to note that the value of most of these courses lies in the knowledge you will gain from them \u2013 most of them are not the kind of courses that lead to a certification.<\/p>\n

Certifications<\/strong><\/p>\n

Certifications are credentials awarded by a professional organization or other authorized person or agency which attest to an individual\u2019s demonstrated proficiency within a designated field or technology. (Note that \u201ccertificate programs\u201d at a university are NOT \u201ccertifications.\u201d)<\/p>\n

Even if one is not required for your current position, they are great sources for professional development, and are excellent additions to your resume. Who knows? Maybe a certification is just the thing you need to take the next step up in your organization.<\/p>\n

Regardless of whether you\u2019ve been working for two days, two years, or two decades, you should never stop pursuing professional development. Not only will it keep you competitive in the job market, it\u2019s also a great way to keep you involved and committed to your passion. Whether it\u2019s about your position, your industry, or your career in general, you should always be on the lookout for opportunities to learn something new.<\/p>\n

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