Completed secondary education (High School Diploma) or equivalent of Canadian High School
At least 12 months experience in caring for children, elderly or disabled)
If you have education and training in nursing or teaching, you may apply as a live-in caregiver without previous experience. However, we strongly recommend that you have at least a few months experience - it will help you to find employment and it will be easier to obtain the work permit
English or French language skills - you have to be able to understand and communicate with your employer, with your charge, and with many outside parties (doctors, sales persons in stores, government offices, etc.) While you may have been told that the standard of language skills is not high for caregivers, some offices will use it as a reason for refusal. It is important that you can easily communicate, express yourself and understand what is being said.
You must be willing to live in the household of your employer - this requirement is the main condition - there are enough Canadian workers who are willing to do the work while living outside of the household.
