Professional learning
Professional learning is key to equipping educators with high impact teaching strategies that improve student outcomes. By strengthening teaching practices, we help educators guide students more effectively in exploring pathways, achieving their goals, and preparing for future careers. Our team is dedicated to fostering growth for both teachers and students through impactful learning opportunities.
For enquiries, please contact the Career and Workplace Learning team. Email: careerworkplacelearning@det.nsw.edu.au
Professional learning events
Please see current professional learning events below.
Career Bites 2025
Targeted at new and experienced careers and transition advisers and educational support staff.
Tune in every Wednesday from 3.30pm - 4.00pm, in weeks 3 and 9 each term. Join the Careers and Transition Advisers Statewide Staffroom to participate in this short, sharp professional learning.
| Term | Date |
|---|---|
| Term 1 Week 3 | 12 February 2025 |
| Term 1 Week 9 | 26 March 2025 |
| Term 2 Week 3 | 14 May 2025 |
| Term 2 Week 9 | 25 June 2025 |
| Term 3 Week 3 | 06 August 2025 |
| Term 3 Week 9 | 17 September 2025 |
| Term 4 Week 3 | 29 October 2025 |
| Term 4 Week 9 | 10 December 2025 |
Location: Professional Learning and Meetings channel, Careers and Transition Adviser State Wide Staffroom
Careers Adviser Professional Learning
Targeted at new and experienced careers and transition advisers and educational support staff.
Terms 1, 2 and 3 annually.
| Professional Learning | Date | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Careers Adviser 101 PL - Module 1 | 13 March 2025 | Closed |
| Careers Adviser 101 PL - Module 2 | 20 March 2025 | Closed |
| Careers Adviser 101 PL - Module 3 | 27 March 2025 | Closed |
| Careers Adviser 201 PL - Module 1 | 12 June 2025 | Closed |
| Careers Adviser 201 PL - Module 2 | 19 June 2025 | Closed |
| Careers Adviser 201 PL - Module 3 | 3 July 2025 | Open |
| Careers Adviser 301 PL - Module 1 | 04 September 2025 | TBA |
| Careers Adviser 301 PL - Module 2 | 09 September 2025 | TBA |
| Careers Adviser 301 PL - Module 3 | 18 September 2025 | TBA |
Transition Support Training
Transition support training, delivered over two days, is for any member of the school staff who works with identified groups of students to ensure smooth transitions through and out of school into work, further education or training.
Registration for Transition Support Training will be promoted via the Careers and Transition Advisers Statewide Staffroom and staff noticeboard. Additional Transition Support Training details can also be found on the Transition Support Training page.
| Professional Learning | Date | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Transition Support Training | 5-6 June 2025 | Closed |
Transition Adviser Training
A school transition adviser plays a crucial role in guiding students during their high school years as they prepare for life beyond the classroom.
Working closely with the careers adviser, transition advisers actively work to engage and retain students. They encourage students to participate in career exploration, skill development, and planning for their future.
Registration for Transition Adviser Training delivered over three days will be promoted via the Careers and Transition Advisers Statewide Staffroom and staff noticeboard. Additional Transition Adviser Training details can also be found on the Transition Adviser Training page. Applicants must be a teacher to be eligible for training.
| Professional Learning | Date | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Transition Adviser Training | 24-26 November 2025 | TBA |
Tailored professional learning is crucial for careers advisers who are tasked with assisting Aboriginal students, high potential and gifted (HPGE) students, students with disabilities, and those who speak English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D). These students face unique challenges in their educational and career journeys, and it is essential that their Careers Advisers have the necessary knowledge and skills to support them effectively.
Registration for tailored professional learning will be promoted via the Careers and Transition Advisers Statewide Staffroom and staff noticeboard. Additional Transition Adviser Training details can also be found on the Careers and professional learning page.
Inclusive Transition Strategies for students with disability
| Professional Learning | Date | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Inclusive Transition Strategies for students with disability - Module 1 | 5 August 2025 | Open |
| Inclusive Transition Strategies for students with disability - Module 2 | 12 August 2025 | Open |
| Inclusive Transition Strategies for students with disability - Module 3 | 19 August 2025 | Open |
Inclusive Strategies to support students from refugee backgrounds
| Professional Learning | Date | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Inclusive Strategies to support students from refugee backgrounds | 13 November 2025 | TBA |