Progressive Intercultural Services Society (PICS)
Foreign Credential Recognition Program
PICS was established in 1987 and is a CARF accredited community-based non-profit service provider that assists immigrants and the local community members by providing a comprehensive network of services and programs in the Lower Mainland with offices located in Surrey, Vancouver and White Rock. PICS services focus on a full range of support activities that support its mission to promote harmony and intercultural understanding for the purpose of building a more inclusive and mutually respectful society.
BCPLAN has agreed to provide PLAR information and services to the Progressive Intercultural Services Society (PICS) advisors tasked with reviewing the education, training and work experience of PICS Foreign Credential Recognition Loan (FCRL) program clients. As a result, the below portfolios have been developed for a variety of professions. The portfolios are aimed at helping newcomers achieve their career goals by recognizing international credentials and experiential learning. The portfolios are also a great resource for an overview of career paths for occupations in British Columbia.
Biotech
Biostatisticians
Biotechnology Researcher
Drug Safety Associate (DSA)
Immunologist Researcher
Disability and Counselling
Addiction and Mental Health Counselling in BC
Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP) and Certified Return to Work Coordinator (CRWC)
Disability Management
IECC Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Volunteer Organizations on Vancouver Island for Individuals with Counselling/Psychology Background
Early Childhood Education Providers in BC
Private Post-Secondary ECE program providers in Lower Mainland
Public Post-Secondary ECE program providers in Lower Mainland
Human Resources Management
HR Assistant
HR Management and Recruitment
Training and Development Professional
Law
Business Law Analyst
Intellectual Property Professional
Lawyer (see also Becoming a Lawyer in BC)
Legal Assistant
Paralegal
Occupational Health and Safety
Occupational Health & Safety Professional
Policy and Program Researchers
Education Policy Researcher/Analyst
Health Policy Researcher/Analyst
Policy Researcher/Analyst
Public Policy and International Development
Social Policy Researcher
Project Management
Project Management Professional; (see also certification flow diagram)
Project Coordinator
Public Health
Environmental Public Health Professional (EPHP)
Public Health Inspector (see also certification flow diagram)
Science
Chemical Technician/Technologist
Teaching
Post secondary Teaching Research Assistant
Vocational Rehabilitation
Vocational Rehabilitation Professional
Vocational Rehabilitation and Disability Management