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This guide, published by World Education Services, provides resources and guidance to internationally trained immigrants seeking to use their education in the field of allied health in the United States. It explores career pathways related to allied health, as well as alternative careers that may not require a license. Features include: Strategies for achieving career…
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This guide is designed to help clients with international training explore career pathways related to the field of nursing, as well as alternative careers that use related skills but may not require a license.
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This blog post is Part 1 of our two-part series on workplace rights for newcomers. In this post, we debunk some common employment-related myths about newcomers and underscore accurate facts. For example, it’s a fact that newcomers can begin working while waiting for their Social Security number; newcomers can choose which valid documents to present…
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This blog post is Part 2 of our two-part series on workplace rights for newcomers. If you haven’t read Part 1: Debunking Common Misconceptions, we recommend starting there for important background information that will strengthen your advocacy efforts. This post offers practical tools to help you support newcomer clients in overcoming common workplace challenges. You’ll learn…
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This blog highlights early childhood education (ECE) as a promising career pathway for newcomers, detailing various roles from child care providers to program directors along with their education requirements. It outlines opportunities to gain practical experience through internships and offers strategies for career advancement through leadership development, certifications, and professional networking. Service providers will find…
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This blog offers practical strategies to advocate for wage increases on behalf of newcomer clients facing cost-of-living challenges. It offers concrete approaches for both direct advocacy with employers and for preparing clients to advocate for themselves. The blog also discusses common challenges and legal considerations that could arise. Understanding the Wage Challenge The rising cost…
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Introduction In response to workforce shortages and heightened global awareness of Afghan and Ukrainian refugee crises, businesses have shown unprecedented interest in hiring newly arrived refugees. Recognizing this opportunity, Global Refuge launched the Preferred Refugee Employer (PRE) program to help companies welcome newcomers into the workforce through informed, supportive employment practices. Many employers struggle to attract…
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Immigrating to the United States is an opportunity to use your international training to either advance in your field or pursue a new career that builds on your education and experience. This guide will help you explore career pathways in and related to th e field of teaching, as well as alternative careers in other…
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This World Education Services blog post guides resettlement providers on supporting ORR-eligible newcomers’ career development. It emphasizes early discussion of clients’ educational backgrounds, offering strategies to understand skills, build support plans, and navigate credential evaluation. The post further provides practical tips for inquiring about international education, as well as using career tools and setting realistic…
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This intake form helps service providers collect key information about individuals’ personal, educational, and professional backgrounds. It is intended to guide support in areas like career development, credential evaluation, and education. Completing the form should take about 10–15 minutes. After completing the form, make sure to gather the relevant documentation the client can access. Note:…
