Credential Assessment of Internationally Trained Professionals: How Effective is the Process for the Purpose of Securing Employment?

Abstract

This research note discusses the findings of a mixed method study with 309 internationally trained engineers in Canada on their experiences in relation to the credential assessment process. The findings suggest that internationally trained engineers are not likely to be fully aware of the processes related to credential recognition and licensing prior to arrival in the country, and might be approaching multiple institutions or bodies to get their credentials assessed. The study also found that credential assessments from professional bodies are likely to be more important for the purposes of securing a job than those from educational institution.