The Connecticut Career Counseling and Development Association (CCCDA), a State Division of the National Career Development Association (NCDA), is committed to the establishment of innovative and responsive career development and career counseling services in Connecticut communities. |
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From the President's DeskGreetings, In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, the significance of career planning has never been more apparent. As we witness the relentless advancement of innovations and technologies in the world of work, the art of staying ahead in one’s career has taken on new dimensions. Job seekers now face the challenge of not only honing their skills in this constantly changing environment, but also effectively showcasing and articulating these skills to potential employers. In our role as career counselors, the demand for us to provide insightful advice and guidance in this rapid-paced environment is significant. The question that looms is: how do we rise to this challenge? The answer lies in our proactive pursuit of knowledge—delving into industry periodicals, actively participating in seminars and conferences, and fostering connections within our professional community. This is where we can offer support. We invite you to consider joining the CCCDA, a state-wide organization committed to fostering the promotion of career development. By joining us, you gain access to a variety of enriching events, have a chance to engage with seasoned professionals who have navigated the career readiness world for years, and expand your contacts and connections. The CCCDA is here to support you as you navigate the ever-shifting currents of the work environment with your students or clients. We extend an invitation to make CCCDA an integral part of your professional voyage. Together, we can chart a course toward enhancing career development in the state of Connecticut! Warm Regards, Dawn C. Sherman, Ed.D. President, CCCDA | Featured Board Member
Dr. Diandra J. Prescod is an Associate Professor of Counselor Education and Program Coordinator of School Counseling at the University of Connecticut. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; her master’s in mental health counseling from Monmouth University; and her Ph.D. in counselor education from the University of Central Florida. Diandra is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Career Services Provider.
Diandra’s research
focuses on effective career development interventions for STEM
undergraduate students and underrepresented students in higher
education. While in her previous role at Penn State, she created and
directed the Academic Wellness and Career Consultations program which
provides career counseling services to students in mechanical
engineering. Currently, Diandra is Co-PI on a $2.5M National Science
Foundation grant that aims to recruit and retain STEM undergraduate
students using career development interventions. She also co-created an
online training for students, staff, and faculty that encourages healthy
and supportive career dialogue entitled “Inclusive Career
Conversations.” Diandra is active in the field of counselor education,
consistently publishing and presenting her work both nationally and
internationally. She was
a member of the organizing committee for the Pennsylvania Career
Development Association (est. 2019) that won NCDA's Outstanding State
Division Award in 2020. From 2020-2023, Diandra served as
the Trustee for Higher Education Career Counselors and Specialists for
NCDA and the Secretary for the European Branch of the American
Counseling Association (EBACA). In her role as trustee, she created the
Career Teaching Academy, which supports career professionals who teach
undergraduate career planning courses.
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