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Here are the different Job Specializations in Canada:
Engineering
Engineering is a regulated profession in Canada; it is illegal to practice as an engineer or to call oneself an "engineer" without being licensed as a full member in a provincial or territorial association. These associations are responsible for determining entry requirements and for issuing licenses to qualified individuals.
- Electrical Engineer
- Chemical Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Civil/Environmental Engineer
- Petroleum Engineer
- Computer Engineer
Trades
Most trades in Canada are regulated and require provincial certification. In the case of Red Seal Trades, some provinces and territories have jointly agreed on certification standards.
- Carpenter
- Plumber
- Electrician
- Mechanic
- Welder
Business
Careers in business and finance are not regulated in Canadian legislation, but most require a bachelor's degree, advanced degree, or diploma in business administration or commerce, as well as eligibility for membership in a provincial association (i.e. association of chartered accountants, association of management consultants, etc.)
- Accountant/Auditor
- Financial and Investment Analyst
- Education
Teachers at both the elementary and secondary school levels are regulated in Canada. Requirements are determined by provincial and territorial regulatory bodies. In most cases, teachers will require a bachelor's degree and a provincial teaching certificate.
Teaching at the college or university level is not regulated; recognition of credentials obtained outside of Canada is usually left to the discretion of the institution to which you are applying. Those wishing to teach at the post-secondary level will normally require one or more graduate degrees and a proven teaching and publishing record.
- Elementary School and Kindergarten Teacher
- Secondary (High) School Teacher
- College or Vocational Instructor
- University Professor
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