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I'm thinking that community college grads may not be eligible for this program though, right?
I've had a look around on google and for BC and ON it seems to average around CAD$5-14k for a PG course.
I've had a look around on google and for BC and ON it seems to average around CAD$5-14k for a PG course.
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She can apply (and you would be included on that application anyway) after a year of studying full-time in Canada, but do double check that she'll meet all the other requirements i.e. the minimum points score of 67 and the proof of funds. Assuming that she does she can then apply as a Skilled Worker under category 3 and would get PR within 6-12 months if processing times stay about the same.
Plus do read up on the requirements for the institution she'd be studying at, it has to be a certain level so make sure it meets the requirements.
Good luck.
Plus do read up on the requirements for the institution she'd be studying at, it has to be a certain level so make sure it meets the requirements.
Good luck.
I probably have a higher points score than her, combined we are definitely over the 67 from the tests we have done online (thought these are not official of course).
As a result would the PR be done for herself only? Would they take myself into account at all? And is there anywhere we could check before we commit to this course of action regard getting PR, for as stated, it's just a means to an end (the college course) to us getting PR.
Actually, that is three questions, my apologies!
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Are you talking about a points test to get the initial student/OWA visa or for the PR after the course has finished? (Sorry, I'm asking for myself now).
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Last edited by christmasoompa; Feb 10th 2010 at 1:40 pm.
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And in answer to your other question, I think that community colleges are fine, but you'd need to double check with CIC whether or not you can get a study permit for a community college course.
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Would it be safe to assume that if you could get a study permit from overseas for an institution though then you would be able to move to the skilled worker class from that qualification afterwards?
Also, could the skilled worker/PR application be submitted with the non-student as the primary applicant if that meant that the points requirement would be met or does the student need to be the primary applicant on the points assessment?
Also, could the skilled worker/PR application be submitted with the non-student as the primary applicant if that meant that the points requirement would be met or does the student need to be the primary applicant on the points assessment?
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That's just fees mate, I'm not sure what else we would have to display, but I'm sure we could manage on one salary for the year or two if required, and if my gf can work after 6 months then we are in even better shape.
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I think you need to provide evidence of funds available to cover yourselves for the year in order to get the permit though.
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Your education would count towards her points, but the PR would be for both of you. She would apply, but you'd be on her application and if all went well, you'd both be granted PR.
Just check the CIC website which tells you all you need to know. You would be applying under category 3 of a Federal Skilled Worker appliction, so that's what you need to read up on.
Just check the CIC website which tells you all you need to know. You would be applying under category 3 of a Federal Skilled Worker appliction, so that's what you need to read up on.
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I'll keep you up to date on courses etc, and if you find anything that is viable and is accepted for the visa, but is cheaper than $10,000 please let me know mate!
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No, of course I will. Ideally in our case it would be best if my OH could do a nursing course or something similar there as nurses are eligible for FSW anyway.
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http://www.ontariocolleges.ca/portal...OL/FindProgram
But every course I can find is over $10k for international students. The website above is a government website, so the courses meet the criteria for the visa...