Assessment for Work or Study – Application Process
To apply for an IQAS assessment for employment, education, or licensure, follow these steps. Note that ECA assessments take approximately 25 business days, and rush service is not available. Assessments for work, study, and professional licensing take around 20 business days, with processing times starting once the application reaches the "In line for processing status" in the IQAS portal.
Read more about processing time. These assessments cannot be used for immigration purposes. For Canadian immigration purposes, find out how to get an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA).
Types of Assessments
International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) offers 3 different types of assessments for employment, education, or licensure purposes. Ensure you know which type of assessment you need, as IQAS assessments do not list the Language of Instruction.
Basic Assessment
This assessment is useful for general employment and indicates your qualifications. You can download the sample basic certificate for more information.