Phase 1 of the National Standards and Guidelines for Career Development project began in November 1996 and ended in June 1998. The following text describes the origins of this initiative, the need for Phase 1 and the process followed. Other sections within provide information concerning resources developed, the people and organizations involved, and the results of the initiative as it progressed.

• Introduction
• Assembly
• Steering Committee
  • Steering Committee Members
  • Mission
  • Progress Reports
• Working Groups
  • Overview
  • Scope
  • Framework Background
  • Sample Framework
  • Uses and Benefits
• Newsletters
• Consultation
  • Participant Guide
  • Resource Contact List
  • Schedule of Consultations
• National Consultation Report