Most people want to move forward, master new skills and grow in their careers.  Sometimes, the future can feel far off. What are realistic expectations for career growth? How can someone prepare for the future? Is there a road map? Join us as we explore some strategies for prepare for your professional future.  

Learning Objectives: 

1. Explain the importance of career planning

2. Discuss strategies for identifying career goals

3. List methods to enhance skills to prepare to move forward

Natalie Lind: Lind, CRCST, CHL, FCS, is the Education Director for HSPA. She has over 38 years of experience in the Sterile Processing profession. Along with extensive experience in healthcare facilities, Lind served as Program Director for a Sterile Processing college program. She has presented both nationally and internationally, has published over 200 articles on a wide variety of Sterile Processing-related topics and has served as co-editor on several HSPA publications. Lind is the recipient of several awards, including International CS Educator of the Year, the Excellence in Technical Education Award, and three HSPA President’s awards. In 2012, Lind was listed in the Who’s Who in Infection Prevention.