Classification of highest certificate, diploma or degree

• 2 - Certificate, diploma or degree
• 2.2 - Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree (highest)
• 2.2.1 - Apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma (highest)

2.2.1.1 - Trades certificate or diploma other than Certificate of Apprenticeship or Certificate of Qualification (highest)

This category includes persons who have obtained a certificate, diploma or equivalent award from an accredited educational institution in entry-level vocations, or in career and technical trades occupations that do not result in a Certificate or Diploma of Apprenticeship, Certificate of Qualification or a Journeyperson's designation. Persons who obtained qualifications from secondary level vocational training programs in the province of Quebec - such as the Diplôme d'études professionnelles/Diploma of Vocational Studies (DEP/DVS) - are included here. Persons who have obtained a Certificate or Diploma of Apprenticeship and/or a Certificate of Qualification (C of Q) or a Journeyperson's designation in their trade are excluded from this category. Persons who also have a postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, other than an apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma, are excluded from this category.