The Immigration Application Specialist diploma program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of opportunities within the immigration consultancy field. Throughout the duration of the program, students learn both the theoretical and practical aspects of the sector.

Students will learn to assist licensed lawyers or immigration consultants in a variety of practice areas, such as permanent residency applications for family sponsorship, business and worker classes, provincial nominees, as well as temporary visa applications for visitors, foreign workers, and foreign students. Students will also learn how to assist with Canadian citizenship applications.

Student will learn about office procedures with a focus on case/file management, time and financial management, and client communication and record-keeping in compliance with professional standards.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Under a licensed practitioner’s direction, Immigration Application Specialists are responsible for office procedures with a focus on case and file management, time and financial management, client communication and record-keeping in compliance with professional standards.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED

To be successful in an Immigration Application Specialist career,individuals must possess the following:

Excellent communication (reading, writing, verbal)

Strong people and interpersonal skills

Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

Self-motivated and professional

Detail-oriented

High degree of independence

Strong analytical skills

Ability to resolve issues through research, analysis and interpretation

METHOD OF DELIVERY

Integrated Learning™ System training facilitated by learning coaches

Instructor-led training

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates of the program may pursue a position in an immigration practice or related agency.