Qualifications required - Overseas Applicants

Overseas nannies and caregivers are recruited under Canada's Live-in Caregiver program. A program designed to allow qualified nannies and caregivers to come to Canada on a work permit and eventually apply to become a permanent resident. Listed below are the required qualifications to apply as a nanny or caregiver in Canada.

1. Successful completion of high school education (12 years or more). Candidates educated in the Philippines required having at least 72 credits (two years full time in college)
2. Fluency in English or French. Must be able to speak, read and understand English or French.
3. Successful completion of six months full time Caregiver Training Program or 12 months of full time paid employment experience in a job related to care-giving.
4. Candidate should be able to function independently in a home setting.
5. Be in good health.

In addition to the above qualifications you must be able to provide following:

1. Certification in CPR and First Aid.
2. Police clearance certificate.
3. If applicable a college diploma in the area of teaching and/or nursing.
4. Copy of your passport.
5. Reference letters from previous employers and letters of character references.
6. Two full size photographs preferably, at least on with children and four passport size photographs taken in the last six months.