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International Qualifications Assessment (IQA). “A logical choice for technology professionals before coming to Canada”. Background. Domestic and international demand for technology skills continues to accelerate
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International Qualifications Assessment (IQA) “A logical choice for technology professionals before coming to Canada”
Background • Domestic and international demand for technology skills continues to accelerate • CIC focuses on Credential Recognition as a major component of skilled worker immigration • HRDSC added Engineering Technicians andTechnologists to the list of “priority occupations” for 2012
The New Reality -- CCTT Leads the Unregulated Professions in Credential Assessment • Canadian Technology Immigration Network (CTIN) - Pre-arrival assistance with links to employers • International Qualification Data Base (IQDB) - Expanded capacity to validate programs faster
Why Now? • Federal and Provincial Policy makers are focused on the Assessment of Foreign Credentials • New and expanded tools (CTIN, IQDB) provide new opportunities for promotion of International Qualification Assessment to international audiences • Technology professionals considering Canada need to differentiate themselves in the labour market pool • IQA will assist small-medium size employers
Market Strategy • Re-branding a service – International Qualification Assessment (IQA) • Leverage CTIN’s direct link to the CIC Working in Canada Tool • Build awareness with employers through an aggressive marketing program in partnership with key stakeholders • Promote IQA overseas through CIC and the ACCC Canadian Immigration Integration Project (CIIP)
The IQA Service • An independent Canadian equivalency assessment of academic credentials for people trained outside of Canada • Verification of educational documents • Publication of e-Certificate which summarizes findings related to the applicants international credential • Assessment stored in a National Registry accessible by Registrars, Employers, Immigration Officials and related stakeholders for a period of three years
Introductory special of only $100.00 Canadian for Fast-track Assessment **limited to programs already in IQDB$175.00 for Regular Assessment Payment can be made by: Certified Cheque, Bank Draft, VISA, MasterCard or International Money Order
The Roll Out Jan 20, 2012 Official Launch of IQA service Feb/ Mar Stakeholder Engagement Program
Our Goal “The International Qualification Assessment (IQA) has the potential of becoming a signature service that leverages CCTT’s national presence, expertise and capabilities to promote the technology professions while creating a pathway to certification” - I.J. LeBlond, CEO