Career Development and Inclusive Practice

Transform your career guidance practice to meet the unique needs of clients with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The need for specialised guidance in career development for individuals with SEND has never been greater. This dedicated guide supports career development professionals by providing essential strategies to adapt existing practices and support clients who think or operate differently. With the upcoming revisions to the Gatsby Benchmarks to better address SEND considerations, this book is an invaluable resource for career advisers. Written by two hugely knowledgeable authors with considerable expertise in the field of careers guidance and SEND, this definitive guide offers: Real-world case studies: to demonstrate proven, real-life techniques employed by professionals in their practice and illustrate their methods Actionable insights: with tools and strategies to adapt guidance processes to support SEND students Gatsby Benchmark support: through practical guidance and insights to improve your Benchmark scores Accessibility: written in a clear, accessible format, it has illustrations throughout to support different learning styles. Drawing on real-world, tried-and-tested techniques, this comprehensive handbook equips career development professionals with the tools they need to provide effective guidance, foster inclusivity and improve accessibility.