Developing your career
We support geography in professional practice through Chartered accreditation, resources, programmes, knowledge exchange, events, policy consultation responses and briefings. Browse our career resources for professionals, both from the Society and other organisations.
Using the Framework of Competencies
The Chartered Geographer Framework of Competencies can provide structure to your career development
Chartered Geographers reflect: Angela Baker CGeog on CPD for geospatial professionals
Angela Baker was a panel member in the online discussion ‘Geospatial skills and continuing professional development’ at the AGI’s annual GeoCom event in November 2020.
Chartered Geographers reflect: Andy Murdock CGeog (GIS) on CPD for geospatial professionals
Andy Murdock was a panel member in the online discussion ‘Geospatial skills and continuing professional development’ at the AGI’s annual GeoCom event in November 2020
You are probably doing more CPD than you realise
CPD is not just about attending conferences or completing training courses. There is a wealth of opportunities to draw upon – and offer to others - across your professional life.
Pathways to accreditation
Accreditation demonstrates your development from a graduate to an established professional
The benefits of belonging to a professional body early in your career
Professional bodies support your career and offer opportunities for networking and professional development.
Writing reflectively about your professional practice
Hints and tips for writing reflectively about your professional practice.
Creating a professional development plan using a self-assessment checklist
Reflect upon your career goals and start or continue your career planning
Mentoring and coaching in your career
Mentors are invaluable sources of advice, guidance and support.
Developing your career using the CPD cycle
The CPD cycle can help you to identify, plan complete and reflect upon the right types of CPD
Choosing the right mix of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Understand how to strike the right balance of CPD activities in your career.
An introduction to Continuing Professional Development
CPD is a structured and purposeful way to maintain and improve your knowledge, skills and professional qualities.
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