For students applying for a study permit on or after November 1, 2024:
IRCC has recently announced changes to the post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility. Based on the study program requirements from IRCC, the following VCC programs may be eligible for PGWP as the CIP (Classification of Instructional Programs) to program alignment. Remember to check this page for updates as the list may be updated without notice.
| Program Name | Program Duration |
| Associate of Science | 2 years |
| Automotive Collision and Refinishing Diploma | 2 years |
| Automotive Service Technology Diploma | 2 years |
| Clean Energy Technology Diploma | 2 years |
| Cosmetology Diploma | 2 years |
| Computer Systems Technology Diploma | 2 years |
| Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance PDD | 2 years |
| Dental Technology Sciences Diploma | 2.5 years |
| Electronics Repair Technology Diploma | 2 years |
| Global Supply Chain Management Post-Degree Diploma | 2 years |
| Graphic Design Diploma | 2 years |
| Health Care Assistant Diploma | 2 years |
| Heavy Mechanical Technology Diploma | 2 years |
| Marketing Technology Diploma | 2 years |
| Network Technology, Administration and Security PDD | 2 years |
| Occupational Physical Therapist Assistant Diploma | 2 years |
| Optician Diploma | 2 years |
| University Transfer Certificate - Science | 8 months |
The content on this page reflects the information available at the time of its publication. It is important to acknowledge that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and other government departments regularly revise their policies. For the latest information, please visit Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.
Latest Updated: October 22, 2024
