English for Study Visa

           

Country wise English Language requirements for International Students aiming foreign Education

English Language Requirement(IELTS) for Individual Countries for getting Study Visa

Country Name	Diploma Programs	Undergraduate Programs / Bachelor Programs	Graduate Programs/ Masters Programs	High School Education
Australia	5.5	6	6/6.5	5.0/5.5
Canada	6/6.5	6/6.5*	6.5/7*	5.5/6
New Zealand	5.5	6/6.5*	6.5/7*	5.0/5.5
UK	5.5	6/6.5*	6/6.5	5.0
USA	6	6/6.5*	6.5/7*	5.5/6
Singapore	Proof of Education in English Medium Context	Proof of Education in English Medium Context	Proof of Education in English Medium Context	Proof of Education in English Medium Context

** Higher English requirements where the program is related with education based on Health Sciences, Applied Sciences or Engineering. Majority of Universities in USA, and Canada also require GRE or GMAT for studying Masters Programs.


IELTS is accepted throughout the world . However few universities accept the following English Language Exams for admission purposes:

1. Canada - CELPIP
2. Australia - PTE, TOEFL, OET 
3. UK - ESOL , IESOL , Cambridge English Programs, PTE
4. USA - TOEFL 

Therefore, the students have options to choose from the list of English programs apart from IELTS. The Universities in Australia and UK also link students having less than required Language level  with English bridging  programs. The students get an opportunity to enhance their language skills before commencement of their major program. This time also enables the student to acquire knowledge about foreign education and culture. 

For more information about English Language Programs visit the following sites:

IELTS : www.ielts.org
TOEFL : www.ets.org/toefl
PTE: www.pearsonpte.com
OET: www.occupationalenglishtest.org
CELPIP : www.celpiptest.ca
ESOL/IESOL: www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams



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Become a Live- In Caregiver In Canada

 Demand for Live In Care-givers

With the recent change in Immigration laws November, 2014 the Live In Caregiver Program , that was considered the only program, is now divided into 2 segments that comprises of caring for children and people with medical conditions. Living in Canada is not easy. The people in this country are workaholic and they take support of skilled people in order to manage their daily activities. Those who have young children including infants and toddlers highly demand day care or live in care-giver assistance. Likewise senior citizens or elders who need help with their day to day life also seek support from Live In caregivers.  

People work in highly committed work culture and sometimes it becomes hard to sit back home and take care of their children and parents during weekdays. Therefore, the Live In Caregivers support such people and hence are paid in return for the services. Like other skilled professions, anyone cannot be a Live In caregiver, One aught to have certain skills in order to become eligible for a caregiver program. 

If if you have the passion, patience , love and caring attitude towards children or elderly, you are the one who can benefit from this program

1. Caring for children   

What are the required skills?

• Education;           Minimum Grade 12 

• Experience:         1 Year or more in a day care, pre-school or up to middle school setup. 

• English/French:  CLB 5 

2. Caring for people with high medical needs

What are the required skills?

• Education;          Grade 12  

• Experience :       1 Year or more in caring and support services for elders

• English/French: CLB 5 

The following professions are highly acceptable for the Program  

•  Registered Nurses ( Psychiatric Nurses, Specialized Nurses , Pediatric Nurses)  
• Licensed Practical Nurses
• Nursery Teacher  Training ( NTT) Teachers
• Early Childhood Educators
• Teachers with Bachelors of Education and teaching students till middle school
• Professionals who have completed Nanny Program and working in either schools or day care centers.

How to Apply ?

1. Complete the educational, work and language skills requirement mentioned above.

2. A job contract from eligible employer in Canada, who needs support from caregivers.

3. A positive or neutral Labour Market Impact Assessment report 

4. A valid passport or a travel document 

5. Preparation of interview from employer or Canadian High Commission

Does this program lead to Permanent Residency?

Yes. The Temporary work permit allows you to work in Canada and you become eligible to apply for PR 

• after completing 24 months of full time employment in last 48 months period. ( Full time ; Min 30 hours per week). 
• Language ability CLB 5 as Live in Caregiver Childcare or higher CLB 7 if practicing as RN or LPN.
• Minimum Educational requirements of a one year post secondary program either completed in Canada or overseas. 

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How to become a Skilled Worker in Australia?

AUSTRALIA WANTS SKILLED PEOPLE 

Australia is one of the best economically established destinations in the world. More than a tourist country, Australia is known for a strong independent economy. It's rich in production and export of natural resources that makes it one of the emerging economies in the world. Roughly, 20 years ago, Australia started accepting immigrants in huge numbers and the trend is present till date. No doubt, that the government has amended immigration policies from time to time, but still it remains one among the most looked ahead destination for students as well as skilled people. Globalization has not only created an impact of foreign countries among skilled workers and job seekers but has also given a steady hike to the tourism industry. Whether one has a family, friends in Australia or not, people from Asian and even western countries love to explore Australia. It's attracting feature to the western cold countries is the climate and varied seasons. People find Australia easy to adjust because of the climatic variations and temperatures neither shooting high or dipping low. Another adjusting feature is the presence of multicultural communities. 

One in every four Australian Residents was born out of Australia and most are Second Generation Australians. The population of Australia is merely 22 million, that is quite less if we compare to its size and this is the reason that various immigration programs remain open. Australia needs skills for economic growth and development. There are numerous visa categories covered under SKILLED MIGRATION and  this article will contain only programs covered under SKILLS MIGRATION.

1. General Skills Migration 

• Subclass 189- This is a Skilled Migration Permanent Visa for those applicants who want to work and live in Australia. There is a specified list of categories and people practicing similar profession can apply. The different professions range from variety of industry like

1. Health Care Professions
2. Business, Accounting and Finance
3. Engineers
4. Technicians
5. Specialist Managers and many more

• Subclass 190 - This is a Skilled Migration Permanent Visa for those applicants who want to work and live in Australia and have been nominated by particular state. The government of each state has particular requirements in terms of skills required as per economic needs and industrial structure. Therefore the applicants have to fulfill the requirements of every state for getting nominated. 
• Subclass 489 - This is a Skilled Migration provisional visa of 4 years for people who want to live and work in a regional area. The candidate has to be either nominated by a state or an eligible relative residing in a designated area. 

2. Sponsored or Nominated Workers

• Subclass 457 ( Temporary Worker)- This is a provisional visa for workers who have been sponsored by Employers to work for them from 1 day to 4 years. 
• Subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme) - This is a permanent visa for skilled workers who have required skills and have been sponsored by employers to work for them on permanent basis. 
• Subclass 187 ( Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme) - This is a permanent visa for skilled workers who have required skills and have been sponsored by eligible employer in a regional area except Gold coast, Brisbane, Wollongong, New Castle, Sydney or Melbourne).

The categories falling under GENERAL SKILLED MIGRATION usually require to pass points assessment. Out of 100 points awarded for different factors, they must be able to score a minimum 60 points criteria.

                                                                                                     

Factor	Description	Points
Age	18–24 years	25
	25–32 years	30
	33–39 years	25
	40–44 years	15
	45–49 years	0
English language ability Test results must be no older than three years immediately before the day on which the visa application was made.	Competent English	0
	Proficient English	10
	Superior English	20
Skilled employment Only 20 points can be awarded for any combination of skilled employment in and outside Australia	Outside Australia: skilled employment in your nominated skilled occupation or a closely related skilled occupation
	In skilled employment for at least three but less than five years (of the past 10 years)	5
	In skilled employment for at least five but less than eight years (of the past 10 years)	10
	In skilled employment for at least eight and up to 10 years (of the past 10 years)	15
	In Australia: skilled employment in your nominated skilled occupation or a closely related skilled occupation
	In skilled employment for at least one but less than three years (of the past 10 years)	5
	In skilled employment for at least three but less than five years (of the past 10 years)	10
	In skilled employment for at least five but less than eight years (of the past 10 years)	15
	In skilled employment for at least eight and up to 10 years (of the past 10 years)	20
Qualifications	Doctorate from an Australian educational institution or other doctorate of a recognised standard	20
	At least a bachelor degree from an Australian educational institution or other degree of a recognised standard	15
	Diploma or trade qualification completed in Australia	10
	An award or qualification recognised by the assessing authority in the assessment of the skilled occupation	10
Australian study requirement	One or more degrees, diplomas or trade qualifications awarded by an Australian educational institution and meet the Australian study requirement	5
Other factors	Credentialled community language qualifications	5
	Study in regional Australia or a low population growth metropolitan area (excluding distance education)	5
	Partner skill qualifications	5
	Professional year in Australia for at least 12 months in the four years before the day you were invited to apply	5
Nomination/sponsorship (where required)	Nomination by state or territory government (visa subclass 190only)	5
	Nomination by state or territory government or sponsorship by an eligible family member to reside and work in a specified/designated area (visa subclass 489 only)	10

 The process starts with 

- Analyzing if you qualify under any of the General Skilled Migration Program Subclasses

- Assessing your points from the assessment criteria 

- Preparing for English Test i.e. either IELTS, TOEFL , PTE as these are accepted by Australian high commission

- Getting your experience evaluated from designated authority 

- Applying for State Nomination if you are eligible under Skilled Nomination Program

-  Application for Expression of Interest ( IELTS is mandatory and for Skilled Nomination Program, the candidate must have received Nomination Certificate ) 

- Your profile is selected from a pool of applications 

- When you get invitation to apply for PR, 

- Application for PR within 60 days at Australian High Commission in applicant's home country or country of usual residence.

How do we help you??

 

• Career Counseling 
• Profile analysis of candidates
• Professional Resume Writing Skills ( for immigration purposes ) 
• Assistance in Application for Profile Assessment by Evaluating Body 
• Assistance in Applying Expression of Interest
• Assistance in Application for Permanent Residency 
• Pre Departure and Post landing briefings 

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Director 

The Aspire Group - AIEC Consultants

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Why students prefer foreign education ?

 Foreign Education is the " HOTTEST SELLING" industry among Asian Countries like India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Singapore and others. Students prefer studying in foreign destinations because of the flexibility and leverage programs provide. Moreover, the Immigration Industry Wave in the market has created demand of foreign education. The industry, no doubt is evergreen but the government authorities must recognize that its important to regulate this industry in Asian Countries. 

The education system in abroad is much student friendly than that practiced in India. The students in India spend hours cramming and writing examinations. Each exam answer notebook consists of not less than 10 sheets where the students have to write foot long answers and even more. I trust that foreign education uses multiple choice examination pattern that allows the students to critically study the core concepts than writing anything on answer notebooks. 

WHY STUDENTS PREFER FOREIGN EDUCATION?

Today's generation is much advanced and exceeds the previous generation in terms of critical and complex thinking. Modern students are aware about the benefits of studying abroad and the opportunities they can confront after studying. Not only students but foreign institutions too are working on the demands of international students because it's clear to them that the students will only study if the course material is relevant to industry and if the college or university assists in placements. The other reasons for choosing Education Abroad are:

1. The international laws of every foreign country , except few like Singapore, gives opportunity of working to it's international students. In countries like Canada, Australia and New Zealand the students have the right to work for 20 hours per week and full time during vacations. This facilitates the students to earn their living cost apart from studying. Further, it facilitates them to adapt to the working culture of a foreign destination. They build industrial links and channels that help them in gaining full time employment after studying.

2. The students are aware about their educational interest and place where their profession will be rewarded. I would take an example of people involved in Health Care Industry, In India the average monthly earning of Registered Nurse is INR 15000-INR 25000 whereas the similar profession is paid minimum CAD $25 - $ 28 in Canada and even more in Australia. The same goes with other business and IT professions. The students get higher rewards after studying which definitely boosts their morale. 

3. The cost of studying in India at an IIT or leading management institute is almost similar. Not everyone in India can get an opportunity of studying in these institutions because of their complex admission systems which includes passing various exams and attaining high percentage in academic studies. However, by studying in foreign institutes or universities, the students get a chance of studying in similar high ranking institutions. 

4. Settlement options ; the immigration laws of foreign countries provide settlement options to international students. The governments believe that students who travel so far and invest in education in such countries are no less in potential than their local students. Such students may offer skills that are beneficial for the growth of the nation. 

5. The climatic conditions, pollution free environment, friends and family support from relatives or siblings are another factors that contribute to the decision of foreign education. 

HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR REPRESENTATIVE?

The Immigration and Foreign Education Industry has spread enormously and this obviously has created competition in the market. During such circumstances, its hard to understand that who can provide better knowledge and information. With everyday radio and television talk shows where consultants are found providing information to the people, it becomes hard to decide your consultant. During such events;

• The parents must support their children in decision making process.
• There is no harm in window shopping, but you must have the judgement skills of understanding that who has what?
• The student must research and determine the ways of application process followed by every consultant. 
• The student must know the settlement procedure post studies.

The Basic Requirements for Foreign Education

• A valid travel document i.e Passport
• Completion of Academic Program with almost 60% aggregate marks.
• Completing English Language requirement i.e. IELTS (Academic). 
• Arrangement of paying 1st semester fee for the program
• Completing Financial Requirement where the student is able to demonstrate the living expenditure (including course fee) for the first year of their studies. 
• Admission Letter from foreign institution 
• Applying for student visa at Foreign High Commission in your home country 

Article By :

Supreet Brar

Director 

The Aspire Group- AIEC Consultants

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Abb, BC

Canada

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