My major and work experience is different... Any problem when I apply for PR?

[shhan0770]

I graduated from 2year-program in college ( Software engineering technology ). Due to I was not able to get a job related to my field, I worked as Cooks for one-year so far.

I'm considering that I'm going to apply for PR soon though, my concern is that description of Cooks position on CIC says that several years of work experience required.

So, even if my major is different from my work experience, is it possible to apply for PR (once period of work experience is one-year soon for Cooks position) ???

I'm really curious about this topic...

your answer is going to be very valuable for me.

Thanks in advanced

 

[picklee]

The fact that you have a degree in software engineering and you worked as a cook for the past year raises my suspicion. Seems your doubts also confirm this.

The basic answer to your question is 'yes', you can have a successful APR if your major is different than your work experience. But every case is decided on meeting program requirements as well as common sense. In your case, your degree could probably give you a type B job, but your work experience is in type C.

 

[xpressentry]

Cook is NOC B. It does raise suspicion as to what you studied vs what you worked as.

If you look at the description for cook, you need some education in cooking. Look below and see if you fit the bill.

Employment requirements

Completion of secondary school is usually required.
Completion of a three-year apprenticeship program for cooks
or
Completion of college or other program in cooking
or
Several years of commercial cooking experience are required.
Trade certification is available, but voluntary, in all provinces and territories.
Red Seal endorsement is also available to qualified cooks upon successful completion of the interprovincial Red Seal examination.

Additional information

The Red Seal endorsement allows for interprovincial mobility.
There is mobility among the various types of cooks in this group.
Progression to supervisory or more senior positions, such as chef, is possible with experience and training.

 

[kryt0n]

It makes no difference.

I expect there's a lot of Arts majors out there who have been cooks for several years.

 

[Janaki Iyer]

I think it does raise suspicion. But as long as you meet all the eligibility criteria, I think you should be fine. I would add a detailed letter of explanation.

 

[jes_ON]

It makes no difference.

I expect there's a lot of Arts majors out there who have been cooks for several years.

I agree with kryt0n, there are plenty of cooks who studied something else.

"Employment requirements" are not mandatory for this position. There is no need for a letter of explanation. Just concentrate on putting together a complete application with all the required documentation.

 

[xpressentry]

NOC B is a trade qualification and I think you need to meet some guidelines as mentioned on the CIC website for that NOC code.

 

[picklee]

Cook is NOC B.

Thanks, I stand corrected. I meant to say OP has opportunity for type A, but is working in type B. If OP can't meet requirements of NOC 6322, then it very well could be type C, food service, kitchen support, or the like.

http://noc.esdc.gc.ca/English/noc/Profile.aspx?val=6&val1=6322&ver=11&_ga=1.69911829.408959363.1487976576

 

[shhan0770]

The fact that you have a degree in software engineering and you worked as a cook for the past year raises my suspicion. Seems your doubts also confirm this.

The basic answer to your question is 'yes', you can have a successful APR if your major is different than your work experience. But every case is decided on meeting program requirements as well as common sense. In your case, your degree could probably give you a type B job, but your work experience is in type C.

Thank you for your reply. In common sense, it might not make sense. ( different work experience VS my major ) But, I have one-year work experience as Kitchen Main staff like a chef in my country as well as proof of income tax report in my country. Even if I have one-year experience at Restaurant, applying PR won't be accepted??

I spoke to Agency a month ago they told me that even if I have different work experience, I can apply for PR with Cooks title one year later. ( So, with two years work experience as Cooks position. I also have Certification of Korean Food ) But, I'm still confused that In general idea, it is acceptable or not.

 

[shhan0770]

Cook is NOC B. It does raise suspicion as to what you studied vs what you worked as.

If you look at the description for cook, you need some education in cooking. Look below and see if you fit the bill.

Employment requirements

Completion of secondary school is usually required.
Completion of a three-year apprenticeship program for cooks
or
Completion of college or other program in cooking
or
Several years of commercial cooking experience are required.
Trade certification is available, but voluntary, in all provinces and territories.
Red Seal endorsement is also available to qualified cooks upon successful completion of the interprovincial Red Seal examination.

Additional information

The Red Seal endorsement allows for interprovincial mobility.
There is mobility among the various types of cooks in this group.
Progression to supervisory or more senior positions, such as chef, is possible with experience and training.

Yes It does. what if I have one certification of Korean Food and another one-year work experience? do you think they are acceptable? (one food license + Two years work experience as Cooks)

 

[shhan0770]

I agree with kryt0n, there are plenty of cooks who studied something else.

"Employment requirements" are not mandatory for this position. There is no need for a letter of explanation. Just concentrate on putting together a complete application with all the required documentation.

you mean, all work experience and major has to be the same?
my question is if someone who worked at different field, how does he prove certification letter like diploma or degree?? can't apply for PR with different major or work experience? :-X

 

[ozlis]

I have an aviation degree and was approved in PR as an HR professional in a totally unrelated industry.

Education does not have to match unless it is a regulated industry (i.e. doctor, lawyer).

 

[shhan0770]

I have an aviation degree and was approved in PR as an HR professional in a totally unrelated industry.

Education does not have to match unless it is a regulated industry (i.e. doctor, lawyer).

Some jobs have specific qualification like require several years of work experience. For example, for Cooks CiC website says that several years of experience is required. That's what I'm concern about.

On the other hand, your industry that you worked on is only required diploma or not complicated requirements. I guess depends on what field you worked on (even if your major is different ) :-[