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Study Social Work & Community Services in Canada

Social workers, community service workers, and disability support workers are high-demand occupations across Canada. Diploma and degree programs qualify for PGWP; NOC TEER 1-2 occupations qualify for CEC and several PNP streams.

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Why study Social Work & Community Services in Canada?

Social workers, community service workers, and disability support workers are high-demand occupations across Canada. Diploma and degree programs qualify for PGWP; NOC TEER 1-2 occupations qualify for CEC and several PNP streams.

Your study → work → PR pathway

NOC TEER 1 (Registered Social Workers) and TEER 2 (community service workers); CEC and FSW eligible; AIP and RCIP recognize community services as priority occupations

Costs and timelines

Tuition and timelines vary by institution and intake — we confirm current figures with you during your assessment.

For informatory and consultation purposes only — visa rules, fees, and intake windows change; verify with the relevant official source and book a personal consultation before acting.

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How a Canadian study permit gets filed

Six weeks of preparation. One filing window.

Profile & program

Match your background to PGWP-eligible programs at DLI institutions. Avoid business diplomas (excluded from PGWP for college-level).

PAL / TAL or grad-exemption

Provincial Attestation Letter for undergraduates; grad-program applicants are exempt as of January 2026.

Documents & funds

GIC + first-year tuition proof, IELTS / TEF, statement of purpose, biometrics. Documents tailored to the visa office for your country of residence.

Filing & landing

IRCC online filing, port-of-entry strategy, SIN setup, PGWP eligibility tracking from week one.

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