Campus
Duration
2 Semesters (8 Months)
Credential Awarded
Ontario College Graduate Certificate

Program and course delivery

This program is offered in Seneca's flexible delivery format, with some courses delivered online. For courses offered in the flexible delivery format, professors use innovative learning spaces and technology to teach students in a classroom or lab and broadcast in real time to students attending remotely. In flexible courses, students have the choice of coming on campus or learning online.

About the Program

Seneca’s Immigration Case Management program prepares you to support legal practitioners, specifically immigration lawyers and licensed immigration and citizenship consultants, in their practice within the context of the broader Canadian legal framework.

The program combines specialized knowledge in immigration, refugee and citizenship law with interpersonal and administrative support skills. In addition to legal training, you will learn how to use industry-specific software to manage case files and successfully implement project goals.

The program is designed for those who have a postsecondary degree or diploma who wish to work in the Canadian immigration industry in an administrative role. Please refer to the admission requirements for English proficiency and academic qualifications to apply.

Note: The program provides specialized training about the Canadian immigration system. However, it does not qualify graduates to provide legal advice or to practise as a regulated immigration consultant or a lawyer. In addition, it does not prepare you to write the Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) entry-to-practice exam.

Skills

Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

  • critical thinking with up-to-date knowledge in immigration and refugee law, regulations, policies and application procedures   
  • technological expertise to manage client case files  
  • research and communication 
  • professionalism to work in accordance with the privacy and confidentiality laws and ethical principles governing legal professionals

Your Career

When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options you can explore:

  • business consulting companies
  • immigration law firms 
  • independent immigration organizations
  • public sector