5 Good Career Choices for International Students

Looking for study options to help you apply for Permanent Residency in Canada? Here are 5 occupations in-demand in Canada with study options for international students. Even better, the median wage for these jobs is $30 CAD/hr or more.

For tuition fees, students should be mindful that these are course tuition fees only. They may be responsible for textbooks, equipment and supplies. Room & Board is also not included.

 

  1. Occupational Health & Safety Managers & Inspectors

What do they do?

Occupational Health & Safety Managers and Inspectors evaluate and monitor health and safety hazards in the workplace. They also develop strategies to control these risks, ultimately creating a safer work environment.

They may be involved in the inspection of restaurants, public facilities, industrial establishments, municipal water systems and other workplaces to ensure compliance with government regulations regarding sanitation, pollution control, the handling and storage of hazardous substances and workplace safety.

They are employed throughout the private and public sectors.

Median Wage in Canada: $31.75/hour

Employment Outlook: 3/3 stars

Program Information:

2-year Graduate Certificate program

The program is comprised of 4 semesters. The first 3 are full-time studies with the final semester as a work co-op

Start Dates: January and September

Location: Toronto, ON (Please inquire about alternative cities for study options)

Tuition Cost: $20,900 CAD (Year 1: $13,180 CAD; Year 2: $7,720 CAD)

Visa Information:

As a student in this program, you would be eligible to work part-time during the school year (up to 20 hours per week) and full-time (up to 40 hours per week) during the designated break (i.e. Summer break).

Your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible to apply for an open-work permit to work in Canada while you complete your studies.

After graduation, you would be eligible to apply for a Post-Graduate Work Permit of up to 3 years enabling you to obtain necessary skilled work experience in Canada to apply for Permanent Residency.

 

  1. Mobile Application Designers & Developers (Interactive Media Developers)

What do they do?

Interactive media developers write, modify, integrate and test computer code for Internet applications, computer-based training software, computer games, film, video and other interactive media.

They are employed in computer software development firms, information technology consulting firms, and in information technology units throughout the private and public sectors.

Median Wage in Canada: $33.33/hour

Employment Outlook: 2/3 stars to 3/3 stars (varies by province)

Program Information:

2-year Graduate Certificate program

The program is comprised of 4 semesters. The first 3 are full-time studies with the final semester as a work co-op

Start Dates: January, May & September

Location: Toronto, ON (Please inquire about alternative cities for study options)

Tuition Cost: $22,400 CAD (Year 1: $14,180 CAD; Year 2: $8,220 CAD)

Visa Information:

As a student in this program, you would be eligible to work part-time during the school year (up to 20 hours per week) and full-time (up to 40 hours per week) during the designated break (i.e. Summer break).

Your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible to apply for an open-work permit to work in Canada while you complete your studies.

After graduation, you would be eligible to apply for a Post-Graduate Work Permit of up to 3 years enabling you to obtain necessary skilled work experience in Canada to apply for Permanent Residency.

 

  1. Mapping Technologist (GIS Specialist)

What do they do?

Mapping Technologists gather, analyze, interpret and use geospatial information for applications in natural resources, geology, environmental research and land use planning.

They are employed by all levels of government, utilities, mapping, computer software, forestry, architectural, engineering and consulting firms and other related establishments.

Some may be employed by all levels of government, the media, natural resources, utilities and transportation companies and consulting firms.

Median Wage in Canada: $30/hour

Employment Outlook: 2/3 stars

Program Information:

1-year Graduate Certificate program

Start Dates: September

Location: Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON (Please inquire about alternative cities for study options)

Tuition Cost: $11,990

Visa Information:

As a student in this program, you would be eligible to work part-time during the school year (up to 20 hours per week) and full-time (up to 40 hours per week) during the designated break (i.e. Summer break).

Your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible to apply for an open-work permit to work in Canada while you complete your studies.

After graduation, you would be eligible to apply for a Post-Graduate Work Permit for 1 year enabling you to obtain necessary skilled work experience in Canada to apply for Permanent Residency.

 

  1. Human Resources Consultants

What do they do?

Specialists in human resources develop, implement and evaluate human resources and labour relations policies, programs and procedures and advise managers and employers on personnel matters.

Specialists in human resources are employed throughout the private and public sectors, or they may be self-employed.

Median Wage in Canada: $30/hour

Employment Outlook: 3/3 stars

Program Information:

1-year Graduate Certificate program

Start Dates: September

Location: Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON (Please inquire about alternative cities for study options)

Tuition Cost: $11,990

Visa Information:

As a student in this program, you would be eligible to work part-time during the school year (up to 20 hours per week) and full-time (up to 40 hours per week) during the designated break (i.e. Summer break).

Your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible to apply for an open-work permit to work in Canada while you complete your studies.

After graduation, you would be eligible to apply for a Post-Graduate Work Permit of up to 1 year enabling you to obtain necessary skilled work experience in Canada to apply for Permanent Residency.

 

  1. Dental Hygienists

What do they do?

Dental hygienists provide dental hygiene treatment and information related to the prevention of diseases and disorders of the teeth and mouth. They are employed in dentists’ offices, hospitals, clinics, educational institutions, government agencies and private industry. Dental therapists carry out limited dental services related to the prevention and treatment of diseases and disorders of the teeth and mouth. They are employed by the federal government and the provincial governments to provide services in rural and remote communities.

Median Wage in Canada: $35.11/hour

Employment Outlook: 3/3 stars in most areas (2/3 stars in Alberta & Ontario)

Program Information:

2-year accelerated Advanced Diploma

Start Dates: September

Location: Welland, ON or Victoria, BC

Tuition Cost: Welland ($17,100 CAD/year), Victoria ($26,000 CAD/year)

Visa Information:

As a student in this program, you would be eligible to work part-time during the school year (up to 20 hours per week) and full-time (up to 40 hours per week) during the designated break (i.e. Summer break).

Your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible to apply for an open-work permit to work in Canada while you complete your studies.

After graduation, you would be eligible to apply for a Post-Graduate Work Permit of up to 3 years enabling you to obtain necessary skilled work experience in Canada to apply for Permanent Residency.

 

If you have questions about these or other programs, please speak with one of our education consultants at info@norteway.com or by visiting www.norteway.com

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