Professional Development Plan
(5 years)
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PD GOAL 1: Become certified in Career Coaching to better assist students I work with in college prep programs and students in higher education.
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Join National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) to learn the best practices and to have access to webinars and other resources to ensure that I am well rounded in career coaching.
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3. Complete the 30-hour NACE Coaching Certification Program https://www.naceweb.org/store/30-hour-on-demand-coaching-certification-bundle
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Core Competency addressed: Advising and Supporting, Personal and Ethical Foundations
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PD GOAL 2: Complete the Assessment in Student Affairs Advanced Certificate to ensure that I have the necessary skills to understand what students need to be successful and to ensure that I am taking intentional steps and actions to assist students.
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Apply to the certificate program by the end of my first professional year.
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Secure funding for tuition through personal savings or support from institution.
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Complete 1-course per semester.
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Core Competency addressed: Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Student Learning and Development
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PD GOAL 3: Enhance knowledge and expertise on black student’s mental health​
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Complete HEA 689
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Conduct research on why students of color typically do not seek mental health assistance
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Start a blog about Black students mental health - incorporated with pictures
Core Competency addressed: Social Justice and Inclusion; Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Student Learning and Development; Law, Policy, and Governance
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PD GOAL 4: Continue to be a resource for underrepresented students matriculating to college and students who are in college
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Participate in a cultural competency and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training
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Research local organizations that stand for social justice and volunteer
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Network with and connect with individuals at Buffalo Prep
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Work closely with D’Youville’s HEOP Department
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Core Competency addressed: Personal and Ethical Foundations / Technology
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PD GOAL 5: Complete more photography projects – Open up art gallery and have viewings of my work
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Participate in photography webinars for budgeting and cost effectiveness
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Research galleries/ other spaces that are available in Buffalo
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Archive photos
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Print and frame photos
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Network and gauge information from local photographers and artist
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TAKE MORE PICTURES
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Core Competency addressed: Personal and Ethical Foundations, Technology
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