Express Entry Health Category
Your healthcare expertise is Canada's priority pathway to permanent residency
Healthcare Priority
Dedicated pathway for medical professionals
Faster Processing
Priority processing for healthcare workers
Lower CRS Requirements
Healthcare professionals get competitive advantage
Are You Health Category Eligible?
Quick checklist to see if you meet the healthcare category requirements
Healthcare Experience
Language Skills
Priority Processing
Healthcare professionals get expedited processing
Lower CRS Requirements
Healthcare category has reduced score thresholds
Targeted Draws
Dedicated Express Entry draws for healthcare workers
High Demand Profession
Canada prioritizes healthcare professionals
Do You Qualify for CEC?
Interactive eligibility checker with real-time feedback on your CEC application readiness
Canadian Work Experience
Core requirements for your work experience
NOC TEER Categories
Must be in TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3. Your experience can be in multiple NOC categories.
Minimum Duration
At least 1 year of work or 1,560 hours total (30 hours per week) in the 3 years before you apply.
Authorization Required
Must be gained while authorized to work under temporary resident status.
Paid Employment
Must be paid work (wages or commission). Volunteer work or unpaid internships don't count.
Remote Work Conditions
If you worked remotely, you must have been physically in Canada and working for a Canadian employer.
Job Performance
Must show you performed NOC lead statement actions and most main duties.
Language Proficiency
English and/or French language requirements
TEER 0 or 1 Jobs
Management and professional roles require higher language proficiency
TEER 2 or 3 Jobs
Technical and skilled trades have lower language requirements
Education Credentials
Educational requirements for CEC applications
Canadian Credentials
If you studied in Canada, use your Canadian credential directly.
Foreign Credentials
Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) required for foreign education.
Minimum Level
High school diploma or equivalent is the minimum requirement.
💡 Pro Tip
Higher education levels increase your CRS score significantly
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CEC Success Stories
Real clients who achieved permanent residency through Canadian Experience Class
Sepideh M.
Aquatic Supervisor
"Immigratic guided me through every step. The process was smooth and stress-free!"
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Software Developer
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Pharmacy Assistant
"Professional service from start to finish. Worth every penny!"
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Your CEC Journey
Interactive timeline showing each step of your Canadian Experience Class application
Gather Documents
Collect all required documents including work permits, employment letters, and language test results.
Create Express Entry Profile
Submit your profile to the Express Entry pool and receive your CRS score.
Wait for ITA
Wait in the Express Entry pool for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) during regular draws.
Submit PR Application
Complete and submit your permanent residence application with all supporting documents.
Receive PR Status
Congratulations! You've successfully obtained Canadian permanent residence through CEC.
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Healthcare Workers Insights
Live data-driven insights and trends for Healthcare Workers Express Entry applications in 2025
Latest Healthcare Draw
Updated August 19, 2025
Real-time data from latest Healthcare draw on August 19, 2025
Healthcare Program Metrics 2025
Performance Overview
*Capacity remaining is based on 1.6x coefficient for all category-based programs (Healthcare, Trade, Education, French, Agriculture)
Healthcare Trends 2025
CRS Scores & Invitations Over Time
Strategic Recommendations for CEC Success
Optimize Your Score
Focus on language improvement and additional work experience to boost your CRS score above 500.
Timing Strategy
Apply when you have exactly 12 months of experience to maximize your time in the pool.
Document Preparation
Gather all documents early and ensure they meet IRCC requirements to avoid delays.
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