Training for Employment Advisers

Evidence-based training that strengthens practice, improves outcomes, and supports workforce wellbeing.

Employment services operate under increasing pressure – high caseloads, complex participant needs, and demanding performance requirements. In this context, employment adviser training can make a significant difference for both staff and clients.

At Careerology Professionals, we provide practical, evidence-based training that equips Employment Advisers and Employment Specialists with the skills, confidence, and tools they need to deliver high-quality employability support.

Our training supports:

  • Improved participant engagement and outcomes
  • Stronger service quality and consistency
  • Staff confidence, wellbeing, and retention
  • Delivery in line with IPS and other funded programme expectations
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Why Choose Careerology Professionals?

Careerology Professionals is led by Dr Claire Wrynne, a Chartered Occupational Psychologist with over 20 years’ experience in Supported Employment and employability services.

Claire is a former lecturer at King’s College London, where she taught Individual Placement and Support (IPS) for 14 years. Since launching Careerology, she has delivered training to hundreds of employment professionals across the UK, receiving over 200 five-star reviews, with 100% of participants recommending the training to colleagues.

Our approach is:

  • Practical and grounded in real service delivery
  • Evidence-based, not theoretical
  • Designed for pressured, real-world environments
  • Focused on sustainable outcomes for participants and services
Dr Claire Wrynne

Our Training Programmes

We offer a structured suite of introductory, advanced, and programme-specific courses, all of which can be delivered online or in person.

Introductory Level Courses

Ideal for new teams, new starters, or services strengthening core practice:

Advanced Level Courses

Designed for experienced advisers and established teams:

Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Training Series

A six-workshop programme designed specifically for Employment Specialists delivering the UK government’s Connect to Work programme or High Fidelity IPS services.

Download a free copy of our latest Training and Development brochure here:

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How Our Training Helps Services

Commissioners and service leads choose Careerology Professionals because our training:

  • Improves confidence and competence across teams
  • Supports fidelity, quality, and consistency
  • Reduces adviser overwhelm and burnout
  • Translates directly into improved participant outcomes

We also offer bespoke training packages, combining elements from different courses to meet your service’s specific priorities.

Who We Work With

We’ve delivered employment adviser training for NHS Trusts, local authorities, charities, and third-sector providers, including:

Our training supports practitioners working across IPS, Connect to Work, NHS Talking Therapies, and other government-funded employment programmes.

Pricing

All prices are per group (maximum 16 participants per group)

Course TypeIn-PersonOnline
1-Day Courses£1,795 +VAT£1,495 +VAT
IPS Series (includes 6 x 3-hour workshops)£5,395 +VAT£4,495 +VAT

Additional travel costs apply for in-person delivery outside Greater London.

Discounts available for multiple training days.

Our Most Popular Courses

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Coaching Skills for Employment Advisers

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Caseload Management for Employment Advisers

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Clinical Integration for Employment Advisers

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Overcoming Psychological Barriers to Work

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Career Coaching Tools and Techniques

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Finding Jobs in the Hidden Market

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Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Training for Employment Advisers

Book a Course

Email us at info@careerology.org to discuss your training requirements, or submit the enquiry form below.

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