Transcript to WES verification services
WES, which stands for World Education Services, is an organization that offers credential assessments to foreign students and immigrants who intend to pursue education or employment opportunities in Canada and the US. Obtaining WES verification is a requirement for those who plan to study or work in these countries. WES is a highly favored option due to its straightforward and uncomplicated process. The evaluation process takes approximately 30 to 45 days, and once all the necessary documents have been received, WES provides an ECA report. Compared to other credential evaluation organizations that take a longer time to complete the assessment, WES is notably faster.
Transcript to NNAS
National Nursing Assessment Service [NNAS] is a service designed to aid Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) in obtaining nursing registration in Canada. NNAS assesses the educational qualifications and provides a report to the nursing regulatory bodies. Its primary objective is to evaluate your educational credentials earned outside Canada and compare them with the current nursing requirements in Canada. This allows Internationally Educated Nurses to submit their documents to NNAS and proceed with the registration process as nurses in Canada.
Transcript to ICAS
International Credential Assessment Service of Canada [ICAS] is an organization authorized by the Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship to offer credential assessment services to individuals applying for higher education in Canada. When applying to Canadian universities or Ontario colleges, ICAS is required. The ICAS report provides educational institutions, employers, immigration authorities, and other agencies with a comprehensive understanding of the education you received outside Canada. ICAS evaluates credentials for all levels of education and is essential for those seeking immigration to Canada as a skilled worker. The report is also necessary when job hunting in Canada and can be used as part of the licensing procedure with some official bodies.
Transcript to CES
The Comparative Education Service (CES) is the sole university-based academic credential evaluation service in Canada and operates under the University of Toronto. CES is applicable for individuals applying for immigration to Canada through the Express Entry program, which includes the Federal Skilled Worker Program, as well as provincial nominees and caregivers. Additionally, it is also useful for those applying for Canadian permanent residency through various pathways such as the Atlantic Immigration Program, Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot, and Agri-Food Pilot. CES evaluates educational accreditation and typically takes 10 to 14 weeks to complete the assessment process.
Transcript to IQAS
The International Qualification Assessment Service (IQAS) is a service that helps individuals obtain recognition for their education and credentials acquired outside of Canada. IQAS provides certificates that evaluate foreign educational credentials against Canadian educational standards. To aid educational institutions, employers, and professional licensing organizations in recognizing international credentials, IQAS has created the International Education Guides. The International Education Guides enable comparisons between Alberta standards and those of other nations, facilitating decision-making for various entities.
Transcript to PEBC
The Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) is responsible for certifying pharmacists and pharmacy technicians across Canada. It works on behalf of regulatory authorities in participating provinces to assess qualifications and administer examinations, such as the national Qualifying Examination, to evaluate candidates. The Board issues Certificates of Qualification to successful candidates. For pharmacists, the PEBC Certificate of Qualification is a mandatory licensing requirement for entry-to-practice applicants in all provinces except Quebec, regardless of their place of education and training. Similarly, the PEBC Certificate of Qualification is also mandatory for pharmacy technicians who wish to practice in provinces that regulate pharmacy technicians.