Advanced National Caregiver Certification Course (ANCCC) – Accepted in Canada and USA – $300. ANCCC includes all materials in the National Caregiver Certification course (NCCC), but it is a more comprehensive course in that it includes several additional topics and goes into greater depth.
Yes, you can apply for caregiver in Canada without IELTS. However, you must be able to prove that you have a minimum level of English proficiency through a different test such as Canadian Language Benchmarks test, in which you must have a minimum score of CLB 5 in order to apply for the Caregivers program.
Canada offers various immigration programs that may not require IELTS. There are options such as Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), Express Entry System, Quebec Immigration Programs etc. that do not require IELTS exam or any other English Language Proficiency test.
The Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots which were announced earlier in 2024 are set to officially open on March 31, 2025. The launch of these pilots creates a pathway to permanent residence (PR) for caregivers and replaces the previous pilots which expired last June 2024.
You can only apply for Canada immigration without IELTS if it is a visit visa or low-skilled work visa (such as a caregiver). In such instances, the applicants must have a previous history of communication in English.
Job requirements Family Caregiver in Canada Some secondary school education is usually required. Home management experience may be required. College or other courses in home support may be required. First aid certification may be required.
The Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots which were announced earlier in 2024 are set to officially open on March 31, 2025. The launch of these pilots creates a pathway to permanent residence (PR) for caregivers and replaces the previous pilots which expired last June 2024.
Caregivers will receive the decision on their work permit applications in around 10-12 months while their PR applications will be held until they complete their 2 years of work experience with the Canadian employer(s).
We only process up to 5,500 applications each year under the caregiver pilots: 2,750 applications for the Home Child Care Provider Pilot. 2,750 applications for the Home Support Worker Pilot.