SCDA Course

SCDA Course:
This School Career Development Advisor (SCDA) Course is designed for K-12 educators who assist students with career exploration, job search preparation, and  resources. 

This SCDA Course is designed for professionals who provide career development services for K-12 youth.

Cost of the SCDA Registration Fee for the SCDA Course:
$1500, per person, for the registration fee for the SCDA Course.

Cost of the SCDA Student Manual for the SCDA Course:
$225, per person, for the SCDA Student Manual (online access e-book). The SCDA Student Manual (online access e-book) is purchased separately directly from NCDA's Online Career Resource Store.  

Cost of NCDA Fees associated with the SCDA Course:
$95 for NCDA Membership/Renewal, which is paid directly to NCDA 
$100 for the NCDA CSCDA Credential Application, which is paid directly to NCDA

Audience for the SCDA Course:
The SCDA Course is designed for K-12 educators, K-12 counselors, K-12 career development professionals, and additional professionals who work with youth/K-12.

Course Content for the SCDA Course:
This is an interactive, discussion-based program (using Zoom or a similar virtual meeting tool).

• Foundational Skills of School Career Development Advisors (SCDAs)

• Educational Collaborations and Best Practices

• K-12 Career Development Programming and Assessment

• Business Collaborations and Networks

• Employability Skills

• SCDA Projects

• Application Process for the NCDA CSCDA Credential

• Key Takeaways and & Next Steps

Virtual Meetings for the SCDA Course:
SCDA Candidates must commit to participating in virtual meetings throughout the SCDA Course  (using Zoom or a similar virtual meeting tool).

Time Commitment for the SCDA Course:
40 hours total, over a 4 week period. This includes 8 hours of synchronous virtual meetings (using Zoom or a similar virtual meeting tool), in addition to 32 hours of asynchronous work. Asynchronous work includes reading the SCDA Student Manual, visiting websites, reviewing resources, preparing projects & assignments, submitting activities and quizzes, and additional activities.

Technology Requirements for the SCDA Course: 

• Laptop with webcam and microphone

• Email

• Internet Connection

• Digital creation tools (Microsoft 365, or Google Workspace, or similar tools)

Certificate of Completion for the SCDA Course:
Upon successful completion of the National Career Development Association's (NCDA) School Career Development Advisor (SCDA) Course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion.

NCDA CSCDA Credential:
Some individuals may be eligible to pursue the National Career Development Association’s Certified School Career Development Advisor (CSCDA) Credential, depending on education, experience, and additional factors. Pursuing the CSCDA Credential is optional.

SCDA Course