Educational Credential Assessment for spouse

[sonea]

hi all,

I'm confused about the new Educational Credential Assessment criteria by CIC do we have to get evaluation for only for the main applicant's credentials or we have to get an evaluation for the accompanying spouse's degree too? kindly explain if someone knows something about it. thanks

 

[donutbox]

hi all,

I'm confused about the new Educational Credential Assessment criteria by CIC do we have to get evaluation for only for the main applicant's credentials or we have to get an evaluation for the accompanying spouse's degree too? kindly explain if someone knows something about it. thanks

Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)

Another important change that takes effect on May 4, 2013, is the introduction of the educational credential assessment (ECA). Prospective applicants may start the process of getting an ECA before May 4 if they are planning to submit a foreign educational credential. However, applicants should keep in mind the other program eligibility requirements listed above, i.e. whether they have a qualifying offer of arranged employment or are applying under the PhD stream or eligible occupations stream; and if they meet the minimum language threshold through a designated third-party test. Applicants who have Canadian educational credentials do not need to get an ECA, unless they are also submitting a foreign educational credential in support of their application.

The ECA process will help determine if the foreign educational credential is authentic and equivalent to a completed credential in Canada. For prospective applicants, the ECA can provide a realistic understanding of how their foreign educational credentials are likely to be recognized in Canada.

As of April 17, 2013, four organizations have been designated by the Minister to provide ECA reports for purposes of immigrating to Canada under the FSWP. Additional organizations may be designated by CIC in the future. The designated organizations are:

- Comparative Education Service: University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies;
- International Credential Assessment Service of Canada;
- World Education Services; and,
- Medical Council of Canada.
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source: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/media/backgrounders/2013/2013-04-18.asp#list


http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/summary-of-new-2013-noc-list-information-release-t142697.0.html

 

[sharedknowledge]

Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)

Another important change that takes effect on May 4, 2013, is the introduction of the educational credential assessment (ECA). Prospective applicants may start the process of getting an ECA before May 4 if they are planning to submit a foreign educational credential. However, applicants should keep in mind the other program eligibility requirements listed above, i.e. whether they have a qualifying offer of arranged employment or are applying under the PhD stream or eligible occupations stream; and if they meet the minimum language threshold through a designated third-party test. Applicants who have Canadian educational credentials do not need to get an ECA, unless they are also submitting a foreign educational credential in support of their application.

The ECA process will help determine if the foreign educational credential is authentic and equivalent to a completed credential in Canada. For prospective applicants, the ECA can provide a realistic understanding of how their foreign educational credentials are likely to be recognized in Canada.

As of April 17, 2013, four organizations have been designated by the Minister to provide ECA reports for purposes of immigrating to Canada under the FSWP. Additional organizations may be designated by CIC in the future. The designated organizations are:

- Comparative Education Service: University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies;
- International Credential Assessment Service of Canada;
- World Education Services; and,
- Medical Council of Canada.
.
.
.
.

source: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/media/backgrounders/2013/2013-04-18.asp#list


http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/summary-of-new-2013-noc-list-information-release-t142697.0.html

So, ECA is required for the the principal applicant only or the spouse also?

 

[coolguy2010]

for spouse, it is not required.

If u want to claim points for spouse, u need to have spouse IELTS min 4 band

So, ECA is required for the the principal applicant only or the spouse also?

 

[dhanya.prashant]

Hello Coolguy,

While going through various ECA designated organization's turn around time, I believe, it will take longer than a month for ECA to be completed.

I was wondering if I could apply before ECA formalities are completed, or is it mandatory that while applying, you must have your ECA completed.

Can you please let me know?

 

[babymart]

Hello Coolguy,

While going through various ECA designated organization's turn around time, I believe, it will take longer than a month for ECA to be completed.

I was wondering if I could apply before ECA formalities are completed, or is it mandatory that while applying, you must have your ECA completed.

Can you please let me know?

You must have your credentials accessed before your application will be processed,if not,it will be returned back to you!
So ECA must be completed and filed together with your application.
SucceSs ahead!!

 

[aliahmad]

hi all

I'm confused about the new Educational Credential Assessment criteria by CIC do we have to get evaluation for only for the main applicant's credentials or we have to get an evaluation for the accompanying spouse's degree too? kindly explain if someone knows something about it. thanks

 

[prempatel1986]

it is required for principal applicant
for spouse point claim, required 4 band in IELTS

hi all

I'm confused about the new Educational Credential Assessment criteria by CIC do we have to get evaluation for only for the main applicant's credentials or we have to get an evaluation for the accompanying spouse's degree too? kindly explain if someone knows something about it. thanks