Upgrade your skills

Formal training in the field you are interested in might help you find work. Consider going back to school to get a diploma or certificate, upgrade your education or complete a training program. You may also want to look into opportunities to continue your education in a field other than the one you intend to work in when you arrive in Canada.

Here are some ways you can find out about the continuing education and training opportunities available to you in Canada to help you qualify to work in the job you want:

  • Look up your occupation in the Working in Canada Tool. The Education and Training section of the report lists the schools you can attend to get the education you need for that occupation and provides links to educational and career planning resources.
  • Read the Licence and Certification section of your report. It contains information about required education, as well as links to the websites of professional regulatory bodies and apprenticeship agencies, where you can find more information.
  • Visit the Government of Canada Training and Careers website.
  • Visit the Red Seal Program website to find out about the 49 skilled trades in Canada (for example, welder, bricklayer, hairstylist, tile setter).

You can learn more about universities and colleges in Canada by visiting the website or contacting the following institutions if you are planning to continue your studies in Canada:

Canadian citizens and permanent residents may be eligible to apply for a student loan or grant. Eligibility depends on the type of course you want to take and the province or territory you are living in.