Immigration legal assistant diploma

Immigration Legal Assistant Diploma

  • Format:

    Online

  • Duration:

    Full-Time
    24 weeks
    (Including breaks)

    Part-Time
    55 weeks
    (Including breaks)

  • Application fee:

    $40 (Domestic)
    $140 (International)

  • Tuition Fee:

    $5,850 (Domestic)
    $7,312.50 (International)

    + textbook fee

    ~$600

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Start Date

Online

SUMMER SEMESTER
Full-Time
Program Duration:June 10, 2024 to November 18, 2024

Synchronous: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; Times: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm PST

Asynchronous: Tuesdays and Thursdays

Practicum: November 12, 2024 to November 18, 2024

Online

SUMMER SEMESTER
Part-Time
Program Duration: May 7, 2024 – May 26, 2025

Synchronous: Tuesdays and Thursdays; Times: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm PST

Practicum: May 20, 2025 – May 26, 2025

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Immigration Legal Assistant Diploma: Program Overview


The Immigration Legal Assistant Diploma program at Ashton College provides comprehensive training for individuals aspiring to excel in immigration law support roles. With a strong emphasis on practical skills and industry-relevant knowledge, this program equips students with the expertise required to assist within immigration consulting offices, law firms, and related fields. Canada's 2023-2025 Immigration Plan Key Messages

Read about the important role which immigrants play in Canada's economy and immigration plans for 2024, 2025 and 2026: Immigration Plans 2024-2026

Topics Covered in the Immigration Legal Assistant Diploma

  • Working in a Legal Environment: Understand the role of an Immigration Legal Assistant within a legal practice.
  • Legal Accounting: Gain proficiency in legal accounting principles and terminology.
  • Legal Research and Informatics: Develop research skills and learn how to generate submission letters and access information.
  • Communications for Legal Professionals: Master effective communication and writing within a legal context.
  • Immigration Fundamentals and Admissibility: Explore the basics of immigration, refugee, and citizenship law, and the nuances of admissibility.
  • Temporary Immigration Programs: Learn to complete and submit temporary application forms, documents, and fees.
  • Permanent Residence Programs: Differentiate between economic, family, and humanitarian & compassionate classes for permanent residency.
  • Refugees and the Immigration and Refugee Board: Understand processes to protect refugee and protected persons.
  • Enforcement and Appeals: Explore inadmissibility reports, admissibility hearings, and removal orders.
  • Citizenship and Ethics: Examine the process of citizenship acquisition, restoration, and revocation.
  • Practicum: Gain hands-on experience in a legal setting to apply learned skills in real-world scenarios.

Career Opportunities for Immigration Assistants

  • Case Manager in Immigration offices
  • Assistant in immigration consulting offices or law firms
  • Immigration Assistant in corporate offices
  • Immigration Processing Assistant
  • Immigration Application Assistant

Note: Interested in becoming licensed as a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) or Regulated International Student Immigration Adviser (RISIA)? Contact the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (https://college-ic.ca/) for licensing requirements.

Career Advancement Opportunities

Upon completion of the Immigration Legal Assistant Diploma program, graduates can pursue advanced roles within legal departments, immigration law firms, immigration consultant firms or consulting agencies.

Technical Requirements

Get the Best of Both Worlds: Live and Asynchronous Learning at Ashton College

Ashton College understands that everyone learns differently, which is why we offer a unique blended learning approach for our live online courses. This approach combines the real-time interaction and immediate feedback of live sessions with the flexibility and self-paced learning of asynchronous materials.

Experience the benefits of both worlds:

Live Online Sessions:

Interact with instructors and classmates in real-time using interactive sessions, breakout rooms, and screen sharing.

Get instant feedback and ask questions for a deeper understanding.

Asynchronous Learning:

Learn at your own pace with recorded lectures, online readings, and discussion forums.

Review materials as needed and revisit difficult concepts for better comprehension.

We encourage you to participate in both components to maximize your learning experience:

Enjoy the interactivity and community of live sessions.

Benefit from the flexibility of studying at your own pace.

Technical Requirements:

Computer System: Fully functional computer with webcam, speakers, and microphone (headset recommended).

Internet Connection: Reliable high-speed internet connection.

Device: While accessible on smartphones and tablets, we recommend using a laptop or desktop computer for a better learning experience.

This program/course does not require approval by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. As such, PTIB did not review the program/course.

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