Professional Development Plan

What is a professional development plan?

A professional development plan is a list of actionable steps for achieving your career goals. A professional development plan (PDP) helps you gain specific insight into how you can reach your career aspirations, such as earning a new certification or finding a mentor who can advise you - and they can especially be helpful during a job search. By defining your goals, you can have a true understanding of how you want to navigate the search and interview process.
How to create a professional development plan

Self-assessment
A self-assessment is an evaluation of your professional interests, knowledge and skills.

Goals
The goals you set in your professional development plan should be SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Timely)

Strategies
The strategies you outline in your professional development plan define how you will achieve your goals.

Resources
Resources are places where you can find professional growth. These might be workshops or networking opportunities that have the potential to enhance your career path.

Timelines
Your professional development plan should always be a work in progress



ACTIVITY

Practice writing a Professional Development Plan

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* 1. What are your Personal & Professional goals for the next 12 months & 5 years?

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* 2. What skills & knowledge will you need to achieve these goals?

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* 3. What strengths and weaknesses do you have in skills & knowledge currently?

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* 4. What are your gaps in abilities/
What is your plan to overcome these Gaps?

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* 5. When would you like to achieve those action steps by?

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* 6. What further courses or training could you complete to improve your skills, knowledge and abilities?

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* 7. What is your goal for completing that further training?

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* 8. What will be the cost of that training?

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* 9. When would you like to complete that training by?

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* 10. What development activities can you undertake to help you move towards your goals?

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* 11. When would you like to complete those activities by?

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* 12. Student Details

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