The Canada Course for Education Agents (CCEA) supports professional development for agents specialising in Canada as a study destination.
Originally produced by ICEF and the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Canada, in collaboration with the Canadian Consortium for International Education (CCIE), the course is now jointly owned by ICEF, Languages Canada, and the Canadian Association of Public Schools International (CAPS-i), with the support of the CCIE.
The CCEA provides:
Education agents who wish to further their professional development and focus on Canada as a study destination should take the CCEA.
An official qualification is available to all candidates who complete the course and pass the CCEA exam. While they will not be officially accredited or endorsed by the Canadian Government, successful graduates will receive a badge with a unique ID number and a certificate confirming them as a Canada Course Graduate (CCG), with the recognition of being a qualified Canada consultant for the international education industry.
As well as this, all qualified agents will have their name, badge with unique ID number, photo, company profile and contact details including website featured on the CCG Finder.
Graduates are also entered in the Qualified Education Agents (QEA) smartphone app for iOS and Android produced by ICEF and PIER. This app contains the names and company contact details of more than 10,000 qualified agents worldwide and includes location-based features and search functions – a most valuable resource for educators looking to connect with expert agencies!
Study for the CCEA is free and is delivered in a self-paced modular format.
The charge for the CCEA test is CA$350. This fee allows for up to three attempts at the final test if required.
Discounts are available for multiple bookings for counsellors within the same agency or to members of educational agency associations that enter into an agreement with CCEA.
Examinations for the CCEA are conducted online, at ICEF events, and at related international education events as advertised. After the test, you will be automatically notified of your result as soon as you have finished. Participants who complete the CCEA assessment successfully will be issued with a certificate, confirming them as a Canada Course Graduate (CCG).
Testing is not mandatory. You can also study the course for your personal enrichment and professional knowledge. There is also no time frame in which you must take the test after completing the online material.
There are no qualifications or specific language requirements for the Canada Course. However, English proficiency equivalent to an IELTS score of 5.0 (or TOEFL PBT 500/TOEFL iBT 61) is advisable for those who have English as a second language.
The designation of Canada Course Graduate (CCG) does not require participation at an ICEF event, nor are the agents vetted or required to provide partner references to complete training and testing.
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Register for the IEAC courseThe Canada Course for Education Agents conveniently provides knowledge about Canada's education system and its different associations. The course complemented my job perfectly and gave me more confidence. Now I know that I am providing the highest quality service to students interested in studying in Canada.
I loved participating in the Canada course. We are sending students to Canada in August and the knowledge that I have about Canada after completing the course has been incredibly useful during the preparations.
As a native of Canada, I took advantage of the Canada Course for Education Agents to gain a deeper understanding of the differences in the Canadian school system. The CCEA teaches us about Canada including the geography and different cultures, and helps agents to thoroughly advise students and their parents. Even with my many years of experience with Canadian schools, the CCEA was a valuable tool for my professional development.
The CCEA is an informative programme for the Canadian student recruitment industry. I believe that this programme enhances our overall knowledge of Canada and most importantly its education system. Although I have significant experience working with Canadian institutions, I have learned about many new aspects of Canadian society, culture, and education, which is very useful when advising students about Canada as a study destination. I recommend my colleagues take advantage of the training resources offered by ICEF.
The CCEA offers guidance and information for education agents, regardless if they are novices or experts. The course educates counsellors about the most important fields of questioning from prospective students wishing to study in Canada.
The CCEA provides perfectly detailed information about Canada including its geography, economy, and the benefits students will gain by studying in Canada. I enjoyed the course and it has provided me with more confidence and additional knowledge about Canada. I would recommend to any agent working or planning on working with Canadian educators to study this course.
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