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Travel › Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Ayrastarr(f): 1:05pm On Jan 02
Emmaesty:
Yes. It's under TEER 4 but you can explore other nocs that are under the health care category like social workers and the likes.
Sorry, this question might sound a bit dumb.

but how do one get into social works without a degree in social work /sociology
Travel › Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Ayrastarr(f): 9:32am On Jan 02
luckygirl02:
The study route is not necessarily harder than learning french but it does not guarantee permanent residency. So many students/ex students in Canada with no hope of getting ITA. Imagine spending all that thousands of CAD and then having to leave the country. So let everyone weight their options very well.
Hi luckyhlgirl02, does taking a Caregiving course and getting a job as a caregiver here in Nigeria qualify for the category-based draw?
Travel › Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Ayrastarr(f): 9:28am On Jan 02
Emmaesty:
Bonne année 2026 🙂

You can try switching careers to one of the occupations eligible for the category-based draws or explore PNP.

Entry to Canada is becoming more difficult with each passing day, so I would advise you to act fast. If the above options don't work for you, you can explore the study route, but that is much harder than learning French.

Je vous souhaite le meilleur.
Please, what careers?

Isn't Support workers under TEER 4
Travel › Re: All TEF Candidates For Canada Immigration, Let's Meet Here! by Ayrastarr(f): 1:45pm On Dec 31, 2025
Habibiie:
For the weekday program, about two months will suffice, A1.1 and A1.2
This A1.1 and A1.2, are they paid for separately?
Travel › Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Ayrastarr(f): 1:43pm On Dec 31, 2025
Habibiie:
I am. Already started learning at Alliance francaise.
Hiii .

Please how is the experience so far?


I have questions please
Travel › Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Ayrastarr(f): 2:22am On Nov 27, 2025
Jacknn:
Hello house,

Please I need your guidance and any helpful advice you can offer based on this profile below. currently exploring possible immigration options to Canada and would appreciate insight from anyone who has been in a similar position or understands the pathway well.

Profile Summary:
Occupation: Certified Nursing Assistant (NOC 33102)
IELTS Score:
Listening – 7.0
Reading – 5.5
Writing – 7.0
Speaking – 6.0
Overall Band – 6.5
Education: B.Sc in Business Administration (WES evaluation in progress)
Work Experience: 4+ years experience as a care aide/nurse assistant
Age: 28 years old
Marital Status: single
Children: 3 kids
My Key Questions:
Can I open an Express Entry profile with the IELTS score above?
I know Express Entry requires CLB 7 minimum for FSW. I does that disqualify me outright, or can I still submit and remain in the pool?
Since Express Entry might not be feasible for now, I am going the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) route actively applying for nurse aide jobs on:
Canada Job Bank
SaskJobs (Saskatchewan)
Work in Manitoba
Atlantic province boards (NB, NS, PEI)
However, for some provinces like Manitoba and Saskatchewan, I’m seeing I need to open an EOI (Expression of Interest) profile.

Should I open an EOI profile now even though I don’t have a job offer yet, or is it only after receiving a job offer that I should do that?
I'm confused about this part and don’t want to make any mistakes.
Finally, what’s your best advice at this stage?
I’m working hard every day to submit applications, follow up, and track job offers. I just need to know if I’m doing it right and how to position myself better or if I should consider other pathways.
Any help, direction, or correction from those more experienced would be deeply appreciated.

Thanks so much in advance.
Hii..

Please, how did you transition from Bsc. Business administration to Nursing assistant?
Did you take any courses in Nigeria?

I hold a degree in business administration and am looking to switch.
Travel › Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Ayrastarr(f): 1:11am On Nov 24, 2025
TallNigerian:
1. Age is on your side, so be the principal applicant. Coupled with the fact that you will soon have a Bachelor degree.
2. There are quite a couple of short courses that you can take within 2-3 months to boost your CRS. Ontarioo should be able to advise you more on that.
3. Excellent idea. Get the HCA certificate and do your internship. If you can, try to lobby for a paid employment at the clinic where you did your internship or even request for a lower salary just to convince them. At the end, just make sure you have an offer letter and you are paid for a minimum of six months working full time. That makes you eligible for the healthcare category. I am confident that the healthcare category and French category aren't going out of vogue anytime soon.
Thank you so much.
Travel › Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Ayrastarr(f): 1:10am On Nov 24, 2025
Ontarioo:
1. You can take either of ACCA foundation level (diploma in accounting and business RQF Level 4) or CIMA certificate in business (ba1-ba4). But you'd need to be done with your Bachelors degree to qualify. Though there's no minimum entry qualifications for the ACCA foundation level, but you will only get equivalent evaluation required by IRCC from WES with the RQF Level 4. If you can't wait to be done with school, you can proceed to start from RQF Level 2 to 4. Send me a direct email if you don't understand this.
Thank you.
Travel › Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Ayrastarr(f): 5:36pm On Nov 23, 2025
yingman:
• Passport with PR visa
• COPR document
• Proof of funds statement
• List of goods accompanying and goods to follow
• Any relevant medical documents or prescriptions
• Address where your PR card will be delivered
Hello everyone.

This might be a bit lengthy, but please, I need a bit of clarification.

My spouse and I plan to apply for the Express Entry program.

I am 25 years old, and I will be graduating soon with a Bachelor of Science degree. Business Administration.

My spouse, on the other hand, is currently 29, holds only an OND, and owns businesses.


We have both agreed to learn French and take the TEF exams.

Now, my question is,

1. Are there any other certification exams I can write to boost our CRS score?

2. My spouse is also looking at getting a Diploma. Which course would you recommend she pursue?

3. We are also looking at me going into a healthcare assistant position. (I.e, doing the LASUTH 4-month caregiving course and then doing an Internship).

Please note that throughout my career (I work and go to school), I have been working in the hospitality industry and have over 3 years of experience.

Please, how do I transition?

Please, all advice will be appreciated.

Thank you.
Travel › Re: Cost Of A Nigeria International Passport by Ayrastarr(f): 5:33pm On Nov 23, 2025
Taal17:
Then make the time. if online doesnt work no one here works with NPC to troubleshoot why their site does not work even though you input the correct details.

You have the option of going inperson if online doesnt work for you
You will still do the passport process in person
Okay, thank you.
Travel › Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Ayrastarr(f): 3:41pm On Nov 22, 2025
Ontarioo:
Take the French pathway (for him)
Or add a second certificate (for you) and claim self employed. Plus French.
Please, when you say 'take the French path,' does it mean I need to take the TEF exam and then apply for Express Entry? That's it?

I've been on this page trying to understand this French path.
Travel › Re: Cost Of A Nigeria International Passport by Ayrastarr(f): 5:14am On Nov 22, 2025
Taal17:
You can also do this in person at any physical NPC office. Each state has one
Not everyone has the time to do it in person
Travel › Re: Cost Of A Nigeria International Passport by Ayrastarr(f): 5:49pm On Nov 21, 2025
Has anyone had issues with the NC attestation portal? I tried doing it for my sister; her NIN was inputted, and it brought out all her details. The only thing we did was answer the required question. We double-checked details more than twice. It was submitted. Now after approval, we are seeing a difference in the middle name.

How is this even possible? After inputting her NIN, it automatically displayed her name and phone number.

Now here, the middle name and phone number are different from what was submitted. Please, how do I go about this?
Travel › Re: Cost Of A Nigeria International Passport by Ayrastarr(f): 8:22pm On Nov 17, 2025
Ontarioo:
No need
Thank you
Travel › Re: Cost Of A Nigeria International Passport by Ayrastarr(f): 12:06pm On Nov 17, 2025
Ontarioo:
Fix the NIN first then you can proceed with birthday date declaration.
Hi.

Please my sister doesn't have access to the number she used in opening her NIN.

Does she need to change her number before applying for Int'l?
Travel › Re: Cost Of A Nigeria International Passport by Ayrastarr(f): 5:12pm On Oct 22, 2025
Ontarioo:
use the link quoted
Didn't see any link
Travel › Re: Cost Of A Nigeria International Passport by Ayrastarr(f): 10:25am On Oct 20, 2025
frankmoney:
How do I get my birth certificate
Hi.. how were you able to get this
Travel › Re: Cost Of A Nigeria International Passport by Ayrastarr(f): 3:24pm On Sep 07, 2025
Has anyone started their application after the price was increased?

Please, what's the experience so far. My sis needs an info
Business › Re: Upwork Thread (Questions/Help/Advice) by Ayrastarr(f): 12:51pm On Jul 03, 2025
Jaycobbs:
Hey, wassup?

So here are some links to responses I gave someone about searching for jobs on Upwork.

https://www.nairaland.com/6413405/upwork-thread-questions-advice/114#135733049

https://www.nairaland.com/8451258/killer-upwork-proposals#135810289

Lemme give you a few more tips:

> Start with a killer hook.

If you can't capture the client's interest with the first two lines, the whole game is lost. For my hooks, I'll usually use a bold, specific statement.

See examples of hooks that have gotten me interviews:

"Hello!

As a mechanical engineering graduate and a member of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), I don't just love cars—I study them. I regularly analyze car ads like this one: [https://youtube.com/shorts/_c_lXDZo4w8?si=8kl6uysu47v8PcQN] to understand what makes buyers tick and why certain messages convert better than others."

You'll see here that I'm immediately showing my expertise and that I understand the pain point.

Here's another hook:

"Hello!

If David Attenborough had a ghostwriter with a passion for national geography and deep-sea discoveries—well, you just might be reading his proposal."

This one gets interest—fast. David Attenborough is a legend Nat Geo Wild narrator.

One more example:

"Hey LAW,

If Ab Fab had a baby with Rick and Morty, raised it on British sarcasm, 90s nostalgia, and unresolved trauma... I'd probably ghostwrite its origin story."

This client was looking for someone to write humor to I started off my proposal with some British humor that I'm sure they'd understand (Client is British)

> Personalize your proposal

Address the client by their name if you can find it.

> Mirror the tone of voice and the length of the proposal

If the client writes a short job post, don't write an epistle in your proposal. If the client writes a detailed job description, don't write just two paragraphs and submit because you're applying to work with a client who loves details.

As much as possible, try to match their tone and the level of detail each job description shows.

> Make your proposal about them

Talk about their problems and how you can solve them. When I discuss my skills, it's based on how those skills are relevant to the job I'm applying for. I include parts in my proposal that show I read it and understand what needs to be done.

> Show evidence

Not too much; you don't want to overwhelm your client. Usually, two or three samples are fine. Your clients have things to do, and you're likely not the only person they're interviewing, so show evidence but not too much. Try not to be too stiff or formal. Your proof of expertise should flow naturally after you've mentioned what you're capable of doing, and then you show them the required evidence.

Phew. This is a long post.

I'll attach a few proposals that got me hired so you can see how I do it.

Lemme know if you have any more questions.
Oh. Bless you!


Thank you so much
Business › Re: Upwork Thread (Questions/Help/Advice) by Ayrastarr(f): 5:20pm On Jul 01, 2025
Jaycobbs:
grin

What would you like me to share?
Proposal writing
Business › Re: Upwork Thread (Questions/Help/Advice) by Ayrastarr(f): 7:48am On Jul 01, 2025
Jaycobbs:
cool cool

When a client says "great cover letter" right off the bat. And then they choose to interview only you out of 20 people... yeah, I think I'm doing something right.
Share with us, sir.
Computers › Re: Why Graphic Designer And Video Editor Need Powerhouse Laptop by Ayrastarr(f): 3:40pm On Oct 13, 2024
Any new update?
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: In Need Of Job For My Sister by Ayrastarr(f): 8:30pm On Jan 27, 2024
[quote author=Unbreakable26 post=128145807][/quote]If I see, I'll let you know
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: In Need Of Job For My Sister by Ayrastarr(f): 6:51am On Jan 27, 2024
Unbreakable26:
Thanks so much dear she said she has gotten one in a restaurant close to her
I really appreciate your help
Really?
Congrats to her
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: Male Accountant Needed In An Hotel In Lekki (110k) by Ayrastarr(f): 8:57pm On Jan 22, 2024
Besuccesful:
How many people have you employed? I keep telling you people that want to rush the ladder of success to stay away from my post. There are many graduates who have been looking for job for many months on the street.

What have you done for them? Have you given anyone of them job? Have you send money to anyone for upkeep? How many have you feed?

If you can't help anyone to survive then you have no right to tell them which work to do or not. Everyone knows what is good and bad for them.

If 100k is too small for you please don't crucify people that will take the job.

D what a wicked world someone spent 5 years in school to graduate and earn less than 100 dollar working from Monday to Saturday a month. God forbid BAT TIN angry e no go better for Naija. In 2014 as a young boy straight from secondary school I was earning 150 dollars N24,000.

Now a graduate is going to get less than 100 dollar for a month.

Damn emancipate yourself from slavery my people
Please, I beg you.

Learn how to quote a comment properly.

I really can't see who you are replying to.


You are not supposed to write Inside the bracket when you quote a comment.
Education › Re: National Open University Of Nigeria (NOUN) Students by Ayrastarr(f): 10:37am On Jan 19, 2024
Great2021:
Hello, pls I need your suggestions.

I want to apply for an admission into NOUN, but I have a challenge.

The name on my waec result is JOHNSON CHINEDU PETER

I now bear GODSPOWER PETER WILLIAMS (this is the name on my nin, bvn)

Do I need to write another waec so as to get a new result which will bear my new names before applying?
Why did you change your name?
Travel › Re: Category B German Visa by Ayrastarr(f): 2:34pm On Jan 16, 2024
tensazangetsu20:
Try all you can to get a first class or scholarship or in 2026 or 2027 if your target is Germany.
I'm currently on 4.50 and still have about 3 semester to go.


I pray it ends well.

I am learning German already.


My sister will graduate with a first-class this year.

Anything to leave this country mehn
Travel › Re: Category B German Visa by Ayrastarr(f): 1:57pm On Jan 16, 2024
tensazangetsu20:
There's no connections. Find a scholarship and switch to category A or a 2026 you go Japa if it doesn't increase more.
Omo.

This Is why I am putting effort into getting a First class so I can be In category A.

By next year, I will be able to apply with my first class.

I will start hustling scholarships too
Fashion › Re: I love you by Ayrastarr(op): 1:22pm On Jan 14, 2024
neztar:
hi, can you help with job, I saw your comment on a job thread helping somebody sister
It Is just those minor jobs..
Sales rep, waitress, cleaner etc.
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: In Need Of Job For My Sister by Ayrastarr(f): 9:10am On Jan 14, 2024
1TrippleCee:
Continue to deceive simple ones. Do you know the brain work, the mental work, the phone calls that went into getting the job. Does the Bible not say a labourer is worthy of his wage. So, if you were a job agent , you would get jobs and give people access for free? Continue to deceive yourself
We did not say to give the job for free but 50% ?!

That's ridiculous!

If I am paying 50% then I will have to bypass the Interview, and just start working, no?
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: In Need Of Job For My Sister by Ayrastarr(f): 7:40am On Jan 14, 2024
Unbreakable26:
My phone don't whatsapp but you can drop me a mail here basseyjanet44@gmail.com
Sent you an email

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