IE-Pro

Training Overview

This self-directed online training introduces learners to the fundamentals of the Canadian education system along with the key ministries, organizations and associations that shape both domestic and international education. Through a mix of historical context and contemporary perspectives, participants will explore how Canada’s international education sector has evolved and continues to play a role in global engagement. By the end of the course, learners will understand the structure of education in Canada, recognize the major players influencing policy and practice, and appreciate the historical roots that shape today’s international education landscape. 

Learning Modules

Navigating the Canadian Education System
Covers the structure, levels, and key features of education in Canada, providing a foundation for understanding domestic and international education contexts.  

Organizations and Associations at Home and Abroad
Explores the main ministries, organizations and associations shaping education in Canada and internationally, highlighting their roles, influence, and networks. 

The Evolution of International Education in Canada
Examines the historical development of Canada’s international education sector and its continuing impact on global engagement. 

Intended Audience

This online training is geared toward new practitioners in the international education sector, and anyone interested in learning more about the sector and the higher education landscape in Canada. This online training is open to all practitioners but will also become a prerequisite for some applicants of the International Students and Immigration Education Program (ISIEP), an online course designed to upskill practitioners who plan to write the entry-to-practice exam (EPE) to become Regulated International Student Immigration Advisors (RISIA). ISIEP applicants are required to either be employed in a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) and work with international students OR have completed all prerequisite courses. Visit the ISIEP webpage for more information regarding the specific eligibility criteria of this program.

Certificate of Completion

Certificates of completion will be awarded to those who successfully complete the program.