PGWP Eligible Programs
Niagara Collegeā€™s Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligible programs
Looking to work in Canada after graduation? Explore the list of Niagara College postsecondary programs that align with the latest PGWP eligibility guidelines from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
* For the most up-to-date information, please consultā€ÆImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)ā€Æand theā€ÆGovernment of Canadaā€Æwebsites.
* To check on when these programs are offered, please visit ourĀ Program Availability for International Students page.
* Please Note: Not all programs are currently available/open to International students; please refer to the program page for further information.
Important Update on PGWP-Eligible Programs
Last Updated: July 7, 2025
The program list below has been updated to reflect the most current information following the July 4, 2025 update to the list of fields of study that qualify for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This update added back programs that were removed on June 25, 2025.Ā
- Students who submitted a study permit application before June 25, 2025, will be assessed based on the eligibility criteria in place at the time of your application.
- Students who submitted a study permit application between JuneĀ 25 and JulyĀ 4, 2025, will now be assessed under the reinstated eligibility list. These programs remain eligible until the next planned update in early 2026.
- Students applying on or after July 4, 2025, will be assessed based on the current list published July 4.
Niagara College is committed to keeping this page current. As IRCC releases further information or updates, the content on this page will be revised accordingly.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, we encourage you to refer to theĀ official IRCCĀ and theĀ Government of CanadaĀ websites.
| Program Code | Program Title | Credential Type | CIP Code | CIP Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P0192 | Autism and Behavioural Science | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 42.2814 | Applied behaviour analysis |
| P0490 | Business Administration – Supply Chain and Operations Management (Co-op) | Ontario College Advanced Diploma | 52.0203 | Logistics, materials, and supply chain management |
| P0753 | Carpentry and Renovation Techniques | Ontario College Certificate | 46.0201 | Carpentry/carpenter |
| P0757 | Carpentry and Renovation Technician (Co-op) | Ontario College Diploma | 46.0201 | Carpentry/carpenter |
| P0760 | Civil Engineering Technician | Ontario College Diploma | 15.0201 | Civil engineering technology/technician |
| P0964 | Community Mental Health – Multidiscipline | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 51.3810 | Psychiatric/mental health nurse/nursing |
| P0811 | Community Pharmacy Assistant | Ontario College Certificate | 51.0805 | Pharmacy technician/assistant |
| P0717 | Computer Engineering Technician | Ontario College Diploma | 15.1201 | Computer engineering technology/technician, general |
| P0411 | Computer Programming | Ontario College Diploma | 11.0201 | Computer programming/programmer, general |
| P0414 | Computer Programming and Analysis (Co-op) | Ontario College Advanced Diploma | 11.0201 | Computer programming/programmer, general |
| P0474 | Computer Systems Technician – Network and Cloud Technologies | Ontario College Diploma | 11.1001 | Network and system administration/administrator |
| P0708 | Construction Engineering Technology | Ontario College Advanced Diploma | 15.1001 | Construction engineering technology/technician |
| P0464 | Culinary Innovation and Food Technology (Co-op) | Ontario College Advanced Diploma | 01.0401 | Agricultural and food products processing, general |
| P0902 | Data Analytics | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 30.7101 | Data analytics, general |
| P0102 | Early Childhood Education | Ontario College Diploma | 19.0709 | Child care provider/assistant |
| P2000 | Ecosystem Restoration | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 03.0199 | Natural resources conservation and research, other |
| P0103 | Educational Assistance and Adult Supports | Ontario College Diploma | 13.1099 | Special Education and Teaching, other |
| P0703 | Electronics Engineering Technology (Co-op) | Ontario College Advanced Diploma | 15.0303 | Electrical, electronic, and communications engineering technology/technician |
| P0707 | Electrical Engineering Technology (Co-op) | Ontario College Advanced Diploma | 15.0303 | Electrical, electronic, and communications engineering technology/technician |
| P0758 | Electrical Techniques | Ontario College Certificate | 46.0302 | Electrician |
| P0709 | Electrical Engineering Technician | Ontario College Diploma | 15.0303 | Electrical, electronic, and communications engineering technology/technician |
| P0710 | Electronics Engineering Technician | Ontario College Diploma | 15.0303 | Electrical, electronic, and communications engineering technology/technician |
| P0234 | Environmental Management and Assessment | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 03.0299 | Environmental/natural resources management and policy, other |
| P0736 | Environmental Technician (Co-op) | Ontario College Diploma | 15.0507 | Environmental/environmental engineering technology/technician |
| P0260 | Exercise Science for Health and Performance | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 31.0505 | Exercise science and kinesiology |
| P0232 | Fitness and Health Promotion | Ontario College Diploma | 31.0501 | Sports, kinesiology, and physical education/physical fitness, general |
| P0441 | Game Development | Ontario College Advanced Diploma | 11.0204 | Computer game programming |
| P0966 | Gerontology | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 51.3821 | Geriatric nurse/nursing |
| P0177 | Graphic Design | Ontario College Advanced Diploma | 50.0409 | Graphic design |
| P0777 | Greenhouse Technician | Ontario College Diploma | 01.0604 | Greenhouse operations and management |
| P0737 | Greenhouse Technician (Co-op) | Ontario College Diploma | 01.0604 | Greenhouse operations and management |
| P0771 | Horticultural Technician | Ontario College Diploma | 01.0605 | Landscaping and groundskeeping |
| P0111 | Horticultural Technician (Co-op) | Ontario College Diploma | 01.0605 | Landscaping and groundskeeping |
| P0730 | Landscape Horticulture Techniques | Ontario College Certificate | 01.0605 | Landscaping and groundskeeping |
| P0775 | Horticulture Technician – Landscape | Ontario College Diploma | 01.0605 | Landscaping and groundskeeping |
| P0735 | Horticulture Technician – Landscape (Co-op) | Ontario College Diploma | 01.0605 | Landscaping and groundskeeping |
| P0755 | Mechanical Engineering Technician | Ontario College Diploma | 15.0805 | Mechanical/mechanical engineering technology/technician |
| P0705 | Mechanical Engineering Technology (Co-op) | Ontario College Advanced Diploma | 15.0805 | Mechanical/mechanical engineering technology/technician |
| P0754 | Mechanical Techniques (General Machinist) | Ontario College Certificate | 48.0501 | Machine tool technology/machinist |
| P0970 | Nursing Leadership and Healthcare Management | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 51.0704 | Health unit manager/ward supervisor |
| P0195 | Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant | Ontario College Diploma | 51.0817 | Rehabilitation assistant |
| P0962 | Palliative Care – Multidiscipline | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 51.3819 | Palliative care nurse/nursing |
| P0942 | Personal Support Worker | Ontario College Certificate | 51.2602 | Home health aide/home attendant |
| P0945 | Personal Support Worker – Alternate Delivery | Ontario College Certificate | 51.2602 | Home health aide/home attendant |
| P0813 | Pharmacy Technician | Ontario College Diploma | 51.0805 | Pharmacy technician/assistant |
| P0751 | Photonics Engineering Technology | Ontario College Advanced Diploma | 15.0304 | Laser and optical technology/technician |
| P0750 | Photonics Engineering Technician | Ontario College Diploma | 15.0304 | Laser and optical technology/technician |
| P0851 | Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees | Ontario College Certificate | 51.1199 | Health/medical preparatory programs, other |
| P0850 | Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas | Ontario College Certificate | 51.1199 | Health/medical preparatory programs, other |
| P0819 | Pre-Community Services | Ontario College Certificate | 44.0000 | Human services, general |
| P0178 | Recreation Therapy | Ontario College Diploma | 51.2309 | Therapeutic recreation/recreational therapy |
| P0184 | Recreation Therapy (Fast Track) | Ontario College Diploma | 51.2309 | Therapeutic recreation/recreational therapy |
| P0765 | Renewable Energies Technician | Ontario College Diploma | 47.0701 | Energy systems installation and repair technology/technician, general |
| P0478 | Social Media Management | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 52.1404 | Digital marketing |
| P0123 | Social Service Worker | Ontario College Diploma | 44.0000 | Human services, general |
| P0476 | Supply Chain Management | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 52.0203 | Logistics, materials, and supply chain management |
| P0756 | Welding Techniques | Ontario College Certificate | 48.0508 | Welding technology/welder |
| P0761 | Welding Technician | Ontario College Diploma | 48.0508 | Welding technology/welder |
| P0738 | Winery and Viticulture Technician | Ontario College Diploma | 01.1004 | Viticulture and enology |