Bridging the Gap: Strategic Approaches to Credential Recognition for Skilled Immigrants in NL

This project aims to address the challenges faced by immigrant professionals in Newfoundland and Labrador when navigating the credential recognition process. By reviewing existing policies, accreditation standards, and successful practices from other provinces, the project will develop clear, actionable strategies to streamline this process. Expertise Hub Cooperative (EHC) will benefit from research-driven recommendations and sector-specific pathways, which will directly support the development of their BridgeTo Platform, a centralized resource to simplify credential recognition. These outcomes will help EHC enhance labour market integration for skilled immigrants, ensuring they can contribute more effectively to the provincial workforce and economy.

Faculty Supervisor:

John Peters

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Partner:

Expertise Hub Cooperative

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Memorial University of Newfoundland

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