PGWP Eligible Programs

As an international student, choosing the right program is a key step in planning your education and future career. If you plan to work in Canada after graduation, please ensure that your chosen program qualifies for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

To support your decision-making, we have curated a list of programs that align with the latest PGWP eligibility guidelines set by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This list may be updated from time to time.

The Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) codes for these programs match the CIP codes listed under the IRCC PGWP eligibility criteria.

Last updated: December 3, 2024

 

Program Name

Duration

(years)

Credential

CIP Code

IELTS Score

Aviation Technician - Aircraft Maintenance

2

Ontario College Diploma

47.0607

6.5

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

4

Honours Bachelor Degree

51.3801

6.5

Carpentry and Renovation Techniques 

1

Ontario College Certificate

46.0201

6.0

Computer Programming

2

Ontario College Diploma

11.0201

6.0

Digital Marketing and Marketing Analytics

2

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

52.1404

6.5

Early Childhood Education

2

Ontario College Diploma

Pending confirmation

6.0

Embedded Systems

2

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

15.1201

6.5

Engineering Business and Safety Management

2

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

15.0701

6.5

Environmental Technician - Water Resource Management

2

Ontario College Diploma

03.0101

6.0

Health Administration and Leadership

1

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

51.0704

6.5

Health Informatics

1

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

51.2706

6.5

Information Communication Technology (ICT) Solutions for Business

2

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

11.0103

6.5

Industrial Manufacturing Processes

2

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

15.1501

6.5

Interactive Media Development

3

Ontario College Advanced Diploma

11.0801

6.0

Mechanical Techniques

1

Ontario College Certificate

47.0000

6.0

Medical Laboratory Assistant

1

Ontario College Certificate

51.0802

6.5

Motive Power Techniques - Heavy Equipment

1

Ontario College Certificate

47.0302

6.0

Personal Support Worker

1

Ontario College Certificate

51.2602

6.0

Pharmacy Technician

2

Ontario College Diploma

51.0805

7.0

Practical Nursing

2

Ontario College Diploma

51.3901

6.5

Pre-Health Sciences

1

Ontario College Certificate

51.1199

6.0

Recreation Therapy

2

Ontario College Diploma

51.2309

6.0

Recreation Therapy - Accelerated

1

Ontario College Diploma

51.2309

6.5

Welding Techniques

1

Ontario College Diploma

48.0508

6.0

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