This course is for anyone who is considering immigrating to Canada
This course is designed to allow you to know with confidence that you are eligible to apply for Canadian Permanent Residence via the Express Entry System
This course includes an overview of the Express Entry system, the eligible immigration streams (including Federal Skilled Worker), the related terminology, the required documentation for your specific type of application and how to obtain them, your required English language scores, and acceptable tests for both French and English speakers
This course will also review the different ways that you can increase your Comprehensive Ranking System score as well as the different provincial nominee programs that exist for Express Entry applicants
By the end of this course, you will know which immigration stream you fall within, what your National Occupation Code is, how to obtain the required documents for your application, how to create your Express Entry Profile, and what the next steps are to achieving your goal of living in Canada
This course consists of instructional videos, downloadable checklists and useful links to the most up to date information
This course is taught by a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) and is updated any time changes are made to the Canadian Immigration System
After completing this lecture you will know what steps we are going to take in assessing if you are eligible to launch an application under Express Entry.
Do you know what an ITA, NOC Code or NOC Matrix are? After this lecture, you will.
By the end of this course you will know the basic steps to follow when applying under the Express Entry System.
By the end of this lecture, you will know how to access the National Occupation Classification 2016 Website which you will be required to access for Lectures 5 through 10.
By the end of this lecture, you will know how to find your NOC Code using the National Occupational Classification 2016 website and search function. PLEASE BE ADVISED THE THE 2011 WEBSITE IS USED IN THE VIDEO BUT THE FUNCTIONS ARE THE SAME AS THE 2016 WEBSITE.
By the end of this lecture, you will know what a Lead Statement is and how to see if it fits your work experience. PLEASE BE ADVISED THE THE 2011 WEBSITE IS USED IN THE VIDEO BUT THE FUNCTIONS ARE THE SAME AS THE 2016 WEBSITE.
By the end of this lecture, you will know which Job Title you are eligible to apply under. PLEASE BE ADVISED THE THE 2011 WEBSITE IS USED IN THE VIDEO BUT THE FUNCTIONS ARE THE SAME AS THE 2016 WEBSITE.
By the end of this lecture you will know how to assess if you have carried out the required main duties of your occupation code. PLEASE BE ADVISED THE THE 2011 WEBSITE IS USED IN THE VIDEO BUT THE FUNCTIONS ARE THE SAME AS THE 2016 WEBSITE.
By the end of this lecture, you will know how to assess if you have the required qualifications for your Occupation Code. PLEASE BE ADVISED THE THE 2011 WEBSITE IS USED IN THE VIDEO BUT THE FUNCTIONS ARE THE SAME AS THE 2016 WEBSITE.
By the end of this lecture, you will know how to find your Occupation Code on the National Occupation Code Matrix and classify your occupation accordingly as Level O, A, B, C, or D. Please note the 2011 Matrix is used in this video, but the link provided takes you to the most up to date NOC Matrix. The instructions on how to classify your occupation are the same for this new version.
By the end of this lecture you will know how to decide which Occupation Code to apply under if you have qualifying experience in more than one occupation Code.
By the end of this lecture you will know which Canadian Immigration Applications you are eligible to launch under the Express Entry System.
By the end of this lecture you will know whether or not you qualify as a Federal Skilled Worker and how to calculate your score for eligibility purposes.
Print the attached PDF presentation of the lecture so that you can follow along and take notes.
By the end of this lecture you will know whether or not you qualify as a Federal Skilled Tradesperson.
By the end of this lecture you will know whether or not you qualify as a member of the Canadian Experience Class.
By the end of this lecture you will know whether or not you qualify as a Provincial Nominee.
By the end of this lecture, you will know which language test is the correct one for you based on your application type and location in the world. Please note that the TCF Canada has been added as an accepted language test for French speakers. The CELPIP is also now available in Canada, China, India, Singapore, the USA, the Philippines and the UAE.
By the end of this lecture you will know what score you will require in order to be eligible to apply for Permanent Residency.
You can use the link provided in the External Resources section to see what scores comprise each CLB level.
By the end of this lecture, you will know which Educational Credential Assessing body you need to use based on your qualifications and occupation.
By the end of this lecture you will know which documents you will need to start gathering in order to order your Educational Credential Assessment, if required.
By the end of this lecture, you will know how to calculate your Human Capital Score as either a single or a married/common-law individual. Please note that there have been changes to the number of points given for arranged employment, having a sibling in Canada, studying in Canada, and being bilingual in French and English. These changes are available on the downloadable material "CRS System.pdf" You can also calculate your score using IRCC's new CRS tool. The link has been provided in the "External Resources" section below.
By the end of this lecture you will know whether or not your Canadian Job Offer will qualify you for any additional points on your application.
By the end of this lecture you will know which factors could make you inadmissible to Canada, causing your application to be rejected.
By the end of this lecture you will know whether or not you are required to show the minimum required amount of Settlement Funds.
By the end of this lecture you will know what you can and cannot use to show your required amount of Settlement Funds.
By the end of this lecture you will know which personal documents you will need to gather for your application as well as which format they need to be in.
By the end of this lecture, you will know which police clearances you require and how long police clearances are valid for under the Express Entry system. Be sure to review the "External Resources" below.
By the end of this lecture you will know what information needs to be included in your letters of reference from previous and current employers.
By the end of this course you will know how to create a MyCIC account and submit your Express Entry Profile. Please note that your profile will be valid for one year and can be renewed. You can also update your profile once it has been accepted if you need to (i.e you re-wrote your language test and received higher scores).
By the end of this lecture, you will know where to find the latest results of the Express Entry rounds of invitation as well as the previous results. Please note that IRCC has updated the face of their website, but the link provided takes you to the most up-to-date Express Entry draw results.
By the end of this lecture, you will know what the tie-breaking rule is and how it is applied in Express Entry draws.
This lecture will show you how much you will need to pay in terms of IRCC government fees based on your family size.
By the end of this lecture you will know where to look to find the updated processing times for applications submitted under the Express Entry System.
Find out if you know the Express Entry basics!
We hope you have enjoy the course and have found yourself eligible to apply for Canadian Permanent Residence!
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