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By Lillie Lum, York University
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Recent research suggests that internationally educated professionals (IEPs) continue to experience high levels of underemployment and unemployment, a situation which will not alleviate the growing demand for skilled professionals in Canada. IEPs represent a multidisciplinary group of skilled immigrants who received their professional licensure outside of Canada. Bridging education programs were developed with a view to assisting IEPs in overcoming knowledge and skills gaps in order to facilitate access to professional employment. Although these programs have been operational for a number of years in Canada, they have been less successful than anticipated.
There has been little research exploring the learning experiences of IEPs enrolled in professional bridging education programs. This research identified effective educational approaches and strategies which complement IEP learner styles and preferences and promote academic success and successful employment.
Recent research suggests that internationally educated professionals (IEPs) continue to experience high levels of underemployment and unemployment, a situation which will not alleviate the growing demand for skilled professionals in Canada
Les recherches récentes suggèrent que les professionnels formés à l’étranger continuent à faire l’expérience de niveaux élevés de sous-emploi et de chômage, une situation qui ne permettra pas de remédier à la demande croissante pour des professionnels qualifiés au Canada