Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Aligned Programs

International students can apply to most Centennial College programs, many of which allow graduates to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). The Government of Canada issues the PGWP through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

IRCC recently published new PGWP eligibility requirements for students who apply for a study permit after November 1, 2024. These changes do not impact applicants who submitted their study permit application before this date.

As of November 5, 2024, the following programs are aligned with the IRCC priority labour market categories of agriculture and agri-food, healthcare, science/technology/engineering/mathematics (STEM), trade and transport.

We anticipate confirmation of additional program alignment with PGWP eligibility between now and the end of November. Please check back for updates.

Program CodeProgram NameProgram Credential NameIRCC CategoryCIP Code
1235Addiction and Mental Health WorkerOntario College DiplomaHealthcare51.1501
8112Aviation Technician – Aircraft MaintenanceOntario College DiplomaTrade47.0607
8113Aviation Technician – Avionics MaintenanceOntario College DiplomaTransport47.0609
3601BiotechnologyOntario College DiplomaHealthcare41.0101
3621Biotechnology – Fast TrackOntario College DiplomaHealthcare41.0101
3602Biotechnology AdvancedOntario College Advanced DiplomaHealthcare41.0101
3622Biotechnology Advanced – Fast TrackOntario College Advanced DiplomaHealthcare41.0101
2507Business Administration – Supply Chain and Operations ManagementOntario College Advanced DiplomaTransport52.0203
6424Children’s MediaOntario College Graduate CertificateScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)9.0702
3404Computer Systems Technician – NetworkingOntario College DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)11.1001
3424Computer Systems Technician – Networking – Fast TrackOntario College DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)11.1001
3405Computer Systems Technology – NetworkingOntario College Advanced DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)11.1001
3425Computer Systems Technology – Networking – Fast TrackOntario College Advanced DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)11.1001
3224CybersecurityOntario College Graduate CertificateScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)11.1003
1201*Early Childhood Education (Ashtonbee Campus)*Ontario College Diploma 19.0709
1221*Early Childhood Education (Progress Campus)*Ontario College Diploma 19.0709
3831Electrical TechniquesOntario College CertificateScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)46.0302
3755Energy Systems Engineering TechnicianOntario College DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)15.0501
3775Energy Systems Engineering Technician – Fast TrackOntario College DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)15.0501
3756Energy Systems Engineering TechnologyOntario College Advanced DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)15.0501
3776Energy Systems Engineering Technology – Fast TrackOntario College Advanced DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)15.0501
9320Fitness and Health PromotionOntario College DiplomaHealthcare31.0501
6420Graphic DesignOntario College Advanced DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)50.0409
3508Health Informatics TechnologyOntario College Advanced DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)51.2706
3528Health Informatics Technology – Fast TrackOntario College Advanced DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)51.2706
9310Health Studies and Communication SkillsOntario College CertificateHealthcare51.0000
3825Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning TechnicianOntario College DiplomaTrade47.0201
0131Honours Bachelor of Information Technology (Computer and Communication Networks)Bachelor DegreeScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)11.0103
6410Interactive Media ManagementOntario College Graduate CertificateScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)9.0702
3229Internet of Things – System Architecture and IntegrationOntario College Graduate CertificateScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)11.0101
6436Lifestyle Media – Content CreationOntario College Graduate CertificateScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)52.1404
5110Massage TherapyOntario College Advanced DiplomaHealthcare51.3501
5115Massage Therapy – CompressedOntario College Advanced DiplomaHealthcare51.3501
3223Mobile Applications DevelopmentOntario College Graduate CertificateScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)11.0201
8215Motive Power – Heavy Duty Equipment TechnicianOntario College DiplomaTrade47.0302
2897Occupational Health and Safety ManagementOntario College Graduate CertificateHealthcare15.0701
9151Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist AssistantOntario College DiplomaHealthcare51.0806
9111Personal Support WorkerOntario College CertificateHealthcare51.2602
5850Pharmacy TechnicianOntario College DiplomaHealthcare51.0805
9350Practical NursingOntario College DiplomaHealthcare51.3901
9351Practical Nursing (FLEX)Ontario College DiplomaHealthcare51.3901
6815Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and DiplomasOntario College CertificateHealthcare51.0000
3408Software Engineering TechnicianOntario College DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)15.1204
3428Software Engineering Technician – Fast TrackOntario College DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)15.1204
3409Software Engineering TechnologyOntario College Advanced DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)15.1204
3429Software Engineering Technology – Fast TrackOntario College Advanced DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)15.1204
3402Software Engineering Technology – Artificial IntelligenceOntario College Advanced DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)11.0102
3422Software Engineering Technology – Artificial Intelligence – Fast TrackOntario College Advanced DiplomaScience, technology, engineering and math (STEM)11.0102
2862Supply Chain Management – LogisticsOntario College Graduate CertificateTransport52.0203

*Anticipated inclusion to PGWP list; check back regularly for updates.