Understanding of the requirements for applying as a Federal Skilled Worker.

[francoalvarez]

Good day, people.

I've been reading the requirements for the application as a Federal Skilled Worker and I'd like to ask you if what I've understood until now is correct:
The requirement for applying as a Federal Skilled Worker is to get at least 67 points, right?

So,

English and/or French skills: In this case, I could say I've medium-advanced English skills, but not in French. So according to CIC I could get 24 points if I manage to achieve a CLB level 9 or higher. Therefore, CIC says that there are two ways to get the CLB level: First, doing the "CELPIP: Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program"; and second, the "IELTS: International English Language Testing System", is that right?
Here I got a question: Can I do the CELPIP test online?

Education: I got a Master Degree in Electrical Engineering, which is within the Skill level A in the NOC 2010, and CIC says that I need to be licensed by a regulatory body, which could be Engineers Canada, right? If I meet all these points I’d get 23 points.

Experience: I’ve approximately 3 years experience in the field. So I’d get 11 points for that. Any other points I should consider here?

Age: I’m 26 years old, so I’d get 12 points for that.

Arranged Employment In Canada: In this case, I’m working abroad, so I need to be sponsored by a Canadian Company with a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment from ESDC, which will grant me with 10 points, right?

Adaptability: Here, according to CIC if I get the sponsor by the Canadian company, I will get 5 points for that, right?

In summary, if I meet all that I’ll have 85 points in total, enough to apply for as a Federal Skilled Worker.

What do you think about that? Is that correct?

Regards,

FA

 

[scylla]

You no longer apply to the Federal Skilled Worker program directly. You must now apply through Express Entry. I would recommend that you read up on the Express Entry program to understand how this process works.

Based on the information you have provided, it does appear that you would qualify to apply for FSW under Express Entry (whether you are selected is another matter). Note that it tends to be extremely difficult to secure a job offer from outside of Canada and I would not count on having these points.

No - you cannot write CELPIP online. If you are outside of Canada, you must take IELTS and this test must be taken in person.

 

[francoalvarez]

Can you give me more information about it? I mean, I could read it all, but you've more experience and knowledge.

 

[scylla]

You can find information about Express Entry here:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/express/express-entry.asp

If you don't have time or don't feel comfortable researching the details on your own, then I would recommend you hire an immigration consultant or lawyer to assist you.

 

[francoalvarez]

I've the time. In fact, I've already read it and I've understood the requirements. Now, what I found uncomfortable is the way you answer the questions... if you're a working for the CIC or the Canadian government, you're doing a bad job.

 

[scylla]

I've the time. In fact, I've already read it and I've understood the requirements. Now, what I found uncomfortable is the way you answer the questions... if you're a working for the CIC or the Canadian government, you're doing a bad job.

None of us here work for the CIC or for the government. We are normal people like you.

Applying to immigrate on your own (without the assistance of a consultant or lawyer) takes a great deal of time and research. No one here is going to hand-feed the entire process to you and tell you exactly what you need to do. I'm not being unkind - just honest about what you can expect. If you want more assistance - a lawyer/consultant is the way to go. If not - be prepared to do more reading/research.

If you have specific questions about Express Entry, then I would recommend you move over to the Express Entry section of the forum and ask / read through the discussions there. Note that you won't be able to submit an EE profile until you have completed IELTS and have the results (you also need to get your education assessed).

 

[francoalvarez]

I understand that you're just being honest, but you've to understand that here you're dealing with many people's dreams and hopes for a better life, even for a life. So, a little optimism and a positive-oriented answers won't be a bad idea. Personally, I shall made it. I'll be sponsored by a good Canadian company and I'll be selected for the Visa. I'll form my family there and then I'll create my own company. Optimism, self-control and hard work have never disappointed me.