Sheridan Programs Can Help You Get a Post-Graduate Work Permit

By Sheridan Modified on January 22, 2025
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Check out Sheridan's list of programs that can help you get a PGWP to work in Canada after graduation.

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 Sheridan Programs Can Help You Get a Post-Graduate Work Permit

With the start of the new year many people think of their goals for their future. For you, that could mean applying to college in Canada, searching for scholarships, and getting a study permit. While that may seem like a lot, you should also consider your future after graduation. We know, that's so far away, why do you even need to think about it? Well, if you study in Canada, you might want to stay and work in Canada after graduation. To do this, you'll need a post-graduate work permit (PGWP), but to get a PGWP you'll need to consider what programs at Sheridan you apply to.

The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have announced new updates to the PGWP program, so now only certain programs will make you eligible for a PGWP. However, these programs will likely be highly sought-after thanks to these changes. Keep reading to find out which programs will help you get a PGWP.

What is a PGWP?

A post-graduate work permit is a document that allows you as an international student who has studied in Canada to stay here after graduating to gain valuable Canadian work experience. A PGWP will allow you to work in Canada for anywhere from eight months to three years, depending on the level and length of your study program in Canada.

The work you obtain through a post-graduate work permit can help support your application to become a permanent resident of Canada.

How do I get a PGWP?

To be eligible for a post-graduate work permit, you must meet all the eligibility requirements. For a full list of eligibility requirements along with any exceptions, make sure you check out the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.

Let's explore some of the eligibility requirements for a PGWP as it relates to Sheridan:

  • You completed a study program at a designated learning institute (which Sheridan is)
  • You were a full-time student during each of your semesters
  • You apply to your PGWP within 180 days after you graduate
  • Your study permit was valid at some point during the 180 days after you graduated
  • Your program must be eight months or longer
  • If you submitted your study permit application on or after November 1, 2024, you must have graduated in an eligible field of study

Keep in mind, these are only some of the requirements you'll need to be eligible for a PGWP. Check out all the requirements on the IRCC website.

What Sheridan programs will help me get a PGWP?

If you submitted your study permit application on or before November 1, 2024, you must graduate in an eligible field of study. This new requirement is meant to help certain occupations in Canada that experience a long-term shortage of workers. As of December 17, 2024, the eligible fields of study are divided into six broad categories:

So, let's explore the programs at Sheridan that meet the PGWP requirements and may allow you to get a PGWP after you graduate:

Agriculture and agi-food

Explore the programs linked to the agriculture and agri-food category:

Program code Program name Credential Start date
PANCR Animal Care Ontario College Certificate January 2025, September 2025, January 2026

Education

Explore the programs linked to the education category:

Program code Program name Credential Start date
PECED Early Childhood Education Ontario College Diploma January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PECEI Early Childhood Education — Intensive Ontario College Diploma September 2025
PCESD Educational Support Ontario College Diploma September 2025

Healthcare

Explore the programs linked to the healthcare category:

Program code Program name Credential Start date
PBAHS Athletic Therapy, Honours Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences Degree September 2025
PBHSK Kinesiology and Health Promotion, Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences Degree May 2025, September 2025, May 2026
PBNSG Nursing, Honours Bachelor of Science Degree September 2025
PBHSO Osteopathy, Honours Bachelor of Science Degree September 2025
PPSWK Personal Support Worker Ontario College Certificate January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PPHTO Pharmacy Technician Ontario College Diploma January 2025, September 2025, January 2026
PPNSG Practical Nursing Ontario College Diploma January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PPHSS Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees Ontario College Certificate January 2025, September 2025, January 2026
PSSWK Social Service Worker Ontario College Diploma January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PSSWG Social Service Worker — Gerontology Ontario College Diploma January 2025, September 2025, January 2026

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics

Explore the programs linked to the science, technology, engineering, and math category:

Program code Program name Credential Start date
PCPEN Computer Engineering Technician Ontario College Diploma January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PCPRG Computer Programming Ontario College Diploma January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PBACS Computer Science — Mobile Computing, Honours Bachelor of Computer Science Degree January 2025, September 2025, January 2026
PBCPCC Computer Science (Specialty in Cloud Computing), Honours Bachelor of Computer Science Degree January 2025, September 2025, January 2026
PBCPDA Computer Science (Specialty in Data Analytics), Honours Bachelor of Computer Science Degree January 2025, September 2025, January 2026
PBCPDE Computer Science (Specialty in Data Engineering), Honours Bachelor of Computer Science Degree January 2025, September 2025, January 2026
PBCPGE Computer Science (Specialty in Game Engineering), Honours Bachelor of Computer Science Degree January 2025, September 2025, January 2026
PBCPNN Computer Science (Specialty in Network Engineering), Honours Bachelor of Computer Science Degree January 2025, September 2025, January 2026
PCSCL Computer Systems Technician — Cyber Security Ontario College Diploma January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PSITC Computer Systems Technician — Information Technology Infrastructure and Services Ontario College Diploma January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PSISC Computer Systems Technology — Information Systems Engineering Ontario College Advanced Diploma January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PCSSC Computer Systems Technology — Software Development and Network Engineering Ontario College Advanced Degree January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PBAIS Cyber Security, Honours Bachelor of Information Sciences Degree January 2025, September 2025, January 2026
PBENE Electrical Engineering, Honours Bachelor of Engineering Degree September 2025, January 2026
PBXDN Honours Bachelor of Experiential Design Degree September 2025
PBGDS Honours Bachelor of Game Design Degree September 2025, January 2026
PBIDS Honours Bachelor of Interaction Design Degree September 2025, January 2026
PBENM Mechanical Engineering, Honours Bachelor of Engineering Degree September 2025

Trades

Explore the programs linked to the trades category:

Program code Program name Credential Start date
PMTTM CNC & Precision Machining, Mechanical Technician Ontario College Diploma January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PMTTD CNC & Precision Machining, Mechanical Techniques Ontario College Certificate January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PETEQ Electrical Techniques Ontario College Certificate January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PLUMN Plumbing Technician Ontario College Diploma January 2025, September 2025, January 2026
PLUMB Plumbing, Mechanical Techniques Ontario College Certificate January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026
PWLFT Welding and Fabrication Technician Ontario College Diploma January 2025, September 2025, January 2026
PWLDT Welding Techniques Ontario College Certificate January 2025, May 2025, September 2025, January 2026, May 2026

For a full list of eligible programs at Sherian, including Ontario Graduate Certificates, and Degree Completion programs, make sure you check out our PGWP-aligned programs. Remember, these programs could change as IRCC makes updates.

If you have any questions, concerns, or inquiries, please reach out to us by booking a virtual appointment with one of our Student Recruitment specialists.


If you want to study in Canada and continue to work in Canada after graduation, these programs at Sheridan could help you receive a post-graduate work permit, which could then lead to permanent residency in Canada.

If you're considering Sheridan for fall 2025, there's still time to apply for free!


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