Bridge to Health Care Alternatives
Bridge to Health Care Alternatives program, helps internationally trained health care
Register Now Request More InformationPut Your Health Care Skills to Work in Canada
This online program focuses on opportunities in the non-regulated health care sector, where formal Canadian certification often isn't required, so you can put your skills to work sooner.
You'll get a clear picture of Canadian workplace culture, expectations, and communication styles, along with the health care terminology you'll hear on the job every day. You'll also pick up modern job search techniques and build a practical strategy to enter the Canadian workforce with confidence.
Live, Facilitator-Led Online Learning
Live, facilitator-led online workshops and group discussions run Monday to Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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What You'll Get From the Program
What you'll learn
- Canadian workplace values and expectations
- Health care terminology and communication
- Current job search techniques and strategies
Gain valuable work experience
- Complete a hands-on work placement
- Take part in virtual employer networking events
Get the support you need
- Connect with an experienced health care professional mentor
- Access ongoing coaching and personalized job search support
Real Experience. Real Connections.
Pair facilitator-led learning with a hands-on work placement, virtual employer networking events, and one-on-one mentorship from an experienced health care professional. You'll build the relationships and Canadian work experience that help open doors.
Register NowEligibility
- Permanent resident, convention refugee, landed immigrant, or live-in caregiver
- Internationally educated professional with a recognized degree in health care or a related field
- A minimum of two years of work experience in health care outside Canada
- English language proficiency at CLB7 or higher
- Living in York Region or Toronto
Program Contact
Ready to take the next step? Get in touch with our team today.
Call 1-866-592-6278 Request More Information Register NowFrequently Asked Questions
It's a free online program from Job Skills designed for internationally trained health care professionals who want to build a career in Canada's non-regulated health care sector. The program helps you transfer the skills and experience you already have into a Canadian work environment.
The program is built for newcomers who've studied or worked in health care abroad and are looking for a faster way to put their background to use in Canada. It's especially helpful if you're exploring roles where Canadian licensing isn't required.
No. The program focuses on non-regulated health care roles, so you don't need Canadian certification. If you've got a recognized international degree in health care or a related field and at least two years of related experience, you're a good fit.
Yes. The program is fully funded by Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship Canada, so there's no cost to eligible participants.
The program is delivered through facilitator-led online sessions Monday to Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Get in touch with us at 1-866-592-6278 for current intake dates and the length of the upcoming cohort.
Graduates often move into roles in long-term care, home care, community health, medical administration, health and wellness organizations, and similar settings where your health care knowledge is valued but a Canadian licence isn't required.
Yes. The program includes a work placement so you can apply what you've learned in a real Canadian workplace. You'll also take part in virtual networking events with local employers.
You get both. Group workshops and discussions are paired with one-on-one coaching, plus the chance to be matched with an experienced health care professional who'll mentor you through the process.
You'll need English language proficiency at CLB7 or higher. This makes sure you can fully participate in workshops, complete a work placement, and communicate confidently with Canadian employers.
You can register now directly online, or request more information and a team member will be in touch. You're also welcome to call us at 1-866-592-6278.