How to find a job in Canada by evaluating your credentials

Can't find a job in Canada even if you have an international degree? Well, to be successful in this it is important that you know what employers see before hiring professionals. If you haven't found employment yet, you may well need to demonstrate your international education with a credential evaluation. How?

Join me in reading this blog post as today I will be giving details about World Education Services (WES), a credential assessment report that allows Canadian employers to clearly understand your qualifications, thus ensuring that you meet the educational requirements and talent for the job. Let's get started!

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What is WES and how does it work?

WES stands for World Education Services, a trusted member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) that offers credential evaluations accepted by thousands of institutions in both Canada and the United States.

The way WES works is by making an official comparison of your international education with its Canadian equivalent (also in the United States) at both the secondary and higher education levels, which makes it easier for employers to understand your qualifications. 

The first phase of the process is the review and acceptance of the documents. Once the required documents are received, verified and accepted, the user must wait for a period of time that will depend on the details of their evaluation.

WES equivalency is reliable and can guide your job search in Canada! This process will put you and your potential employers at ease, as the credential evaluation ensures that your education is aligned with the job requirements.

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Benefits of obtaining a credential evaluation with WES

WES is committed to a thorough and accurate assessment of your academic credentials. Some of the key benefits include:

• Clarity for employers: a credential evaluation report translates your education into terms that employers understand, ensuring that you are evaluated fairly alongside other candidates.
• Opening opportunities: even if your international education is at the secondary level, a credential evaluation can open doors to entry-level positions, which can serve as a springboard to future opportunities.
• A credential assessment can be a powerful tool at almost every stage of the hiring process, from job search to negotiating a job offer .

Four ways to use your WES report to find employment

Once you've completed your credential evaluation, you'll have your credential report, and it will help you meet the requirements of some job applications and become a valuable tool throughout the job search process. Here are four ways to get the most out of your report:

1. Use it to identify jobs that are right for you
   By knowing the equivalency of your degree in Canada, you will be able to focus on positions that match your qualifications. 

• For example, if your international degree is equivalent to a bachelor's degree, then you can focus on applying for jobs that require a bachelor's degree rather than those that only require a high school diploma.

2. Enhance your resume and cover letter with the WES
   Include your credential evaluation in your resume and cover letter to show employers that your education has been evaluated and verified. 

• Mentioning that your international degree meets local educational standards will make your application stand out and give you credibility. 
• You can also include your degree equivalency in the education section of your resume to provide a clearer picture of your qualifications.

3. Leverage the WES to boost your confidence in the interview
   Bringing a copy of your credentials assessment to the job interview with a Canadian recruiter gives you reinforcement of your qualifications during the conversation. 

• It is important to always highlight your language skills, as language is crucial for employment in Canada. If you speak French, you are sure to impress many recruiters and growing companies.
• It is also very important to detail your international experience. All of this, along with the equivalence of your degree, is sure to make a positive impression on your prospective employer.

4. Pave the way for a good salary negotiation
   If you want to live and work in Canada and receive a job offer, I assure you that having an official credential evaluation report sent directly to the employer by the evaluation agency can help you get a fair compensation. 

Tips for finding employment in Canada

Ultimately, credential assessment can be the key to unlocking opportunities in Canada's labour markets. Whether you are applying for an entry-level position (TEER 4 or 5) or a more specialized role (TEER 0-3), a credential assessment ensures that your qualifications are recognized, helping you land a job where your skills and education are valued. 

• To find a job in Canada, it is necessary to prepare a CV adapted to your professional profile and made in the Canadian style, since the recruiters in this country have a vision of your performance and their own needs very different from those of our countries of origin. The Canadian CV is particular and is handled with its own standards according to your job or academic field. Immiland's team can optimize your resume and bring it up to the Canadian standards you require. Learn more.
• Something you should complement with your respective credentials evaluation report is the job interview, do not fail to prepare the days prior to the appointment with your employer, since he will ask you decisive questions and you should have them ready so that you can demonstrate your great professional and personal ability also with your ability to answer. 
• Remember that English and French are officially spoken in Canada, so your credential evaluation must be properly translated into the corresponding language.

I hope this topic will help you take control of your job search with a recognized education in Canada. Thank you for reading. I'll see you in the next blog!

With love,

Immiland Canada

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