Career Development Professional

Sandy McLeod, MA
 

Sandy is a qualified Level II Personality Dimensions and True Colours trainer. She has certified Level 1 Trainers for 10+ years and uses this tool in teambuilding workshops as well as in career planning and employment counseling workshops. Sandy has over 20 years of combined experience in Career / employment Facilitation, Child and Youth Care Counseling, and Life Skills Counseling and is the owner of Shifting Views Career and Life Coaching.

I had a great experience studying at Langara College. 

I moved to Canada 1 ½ years ago and I struggled with job search for 3 months, then I decided to make a career change. Based on my background and comparing all the other Career Practitioner programs, I chose Langara College’s program which was the only one offered in person. During the 14-week program, I learned a lot from my instructors and built strong relationships with my classmates. I had a 2-week practicum placement which was extremely helpful in my transition into this industry. It was unbelievable! I was hired just before graduating from the program! Just 4 months of studying in the Career Development Professional Certificate program changed the rest of my life!

Thank you all!

Xiaoling, 2023

In July 2021, I was changing careers and was searching for a fulfilling program at a reputable and serious institution. 

I reviewed different programs in various universities and colleges and decided to go for the Career Development Professional Certificate (CDPC) at Langara College. I definitely made the right choice!

The 14-week program was quite intensive but excellent. Instructors and staff were very professional, friendly, and knowledgeable, and I had the opportunity to grow my network and build meaningful relationships with my classmates. Being at Langara College was a fantastic experience that helped me grow personally and professionally.

I take this opportunity to THANK YOU for everything and for all the support and understanding I received while at Langara. It certainly helped me to navigate my personal situation much easier and encouraged me to continue with the program.

Ida, 2021

A very interesting and valuable experience for me. 

I learnt a lot and the program contributed to a good grounding in the basics of communication with others in this field. The training offered me a clear understanding on what it entails to be a successful Career Development Professional. Moreover, the program encouraged critical thinking and really made me think "outside the box", and I thoroughly enjoyed how it enabled me to interact with individuals at my practicum placement.

Amir, 2021

I’d like to express my profound happiness on attending the CDPC 2021 intake that I completed at Langara. It was a program that helped me overcome my fears of facilitation as a whole, and allowed me to grow within the professional field. I was also thankful for the hands-on-experience I gained at my practicum. I'd like to thank Robert and Candace for completely immersing us into the field of employment counseling and sharing their expertise with us.

All in all, I found my time at Langara to be a life changing experience that I will never forget!

M., 2021  
 

My professional journey in Canada was a challenge until I decided to upgrade my skills and join the Career Development Professional Certificate program at Langara College, Continuing Studies Dept.

The program accelerated my chances to enter into the labour force and helped me to pursue my goals, chase my dreams and accomplish my ambitions. 

The valuable exposure to the practice of Career Development I received was evident from the beginning. I too became very passionate about the work in this sector!

The program equipped me with the necessary skills and competences needed so that I could successfully gain employment even before I graduated from the program, and in the midst of a pandemic. I cherish the knowledge gained from the program as I work with other professionals in the field.

After all, I chose to learn from the BEST.
Sangeeta, 2020