The Education sub-factor requires a minimum score of 2 points, indicating that applicants must have at least a secondary school general diploma to qualify as a Quebec-selected skilled worker. The educational qualification must have been obtained within the five years prior to applying for the Quebec Skilled Worker Program. Alternatively, the applicant must have worked for at least 12 months in a field directly related to their degree or diploma within the five years preceding their application.

Education (Maximum 14 Points)

1. General high school diploma: 2 points
2. Vocational high school diploma: 6 points
3. General postsecondary school diploma (full-time for 2 years): 4 points
4. Technical postsecondary school diploma (full-time for 1 year): 6 points
5. Technical postsecondary school diploma (full-time for 2 years): 6 points
6. Technical postsecondary school diploma in Section A or B training area (full-time for 1 or 2 years): 10 points
7. Technical postsecondary school diploma (full-time for 3 years): 8 points
8. Technical postsecondary school diploma in Section A or B training area (full-time for 3 years): 10 points
9. Undergraduate degree (full-time for 1+ years): 4 points
10. Undergraduate degree (full-time for 2+ years): 6 points
11. Undergraduate degree (full-time for 3+ years): 10 points
12. Master’s degree: 12 points
13. Doctorate: 14 points

Areas of Training (Maximum 12 Points)
The Areas of Training sub-category aims to recognise immigrants with professional training in fields with strong job prospects in Quebec. Points are awarded based on the relevance of the applicant’s training to the labor market needs.

Section A: 12 points
Section B: 9 points
Section C: 6 points
Section D: 2 points
Sections E, F, G: 0 points

Work Experience (Maximum 8 Points)

Up to 8 points can be awarded for work experience. Eligible experience must have been gained in the five years prior to applying and can include both paid and unpaid employment, provided the unpaid work was part of an educational or training program.

1. Less than 6 months: 0 points
2. 6 months to 1 year: 4 points
3. 1 to 2 years: 4 points
4. 2 to 3 years: 6 points
5. 3 to 4 years: 6 points
6. More than 4 years: 8 points

Age (Maximum 16 Points)

This factor rewards younger applicants, reflecting their potential for long-term economic contribution.

1. 18 to 35 years old: 16 points
2. 36 years old: 14 points
3. 37 years old: 12 points
4. 38 years old: 10 points
5. 39 years old: 8 points
6. 40 years old: 6 points
7. 41 years old: 4 points
8. 42 years old: 2 points
9. 43+ years of age: 0 points

Language Proficiency (Maximum 22 Points)

Language skills in French and English are critical, with a higher emphasis on French. Points are awarded based on proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

French Language Proficiency (Maximum 16 Points)

1. Reading:
   • A1, A2, B1: 0 points
   • B2: 1 point
   • C1, C2: 1 point
2. Writing:
   • A1, A2, B1: 0 points
   • B2: 1 point
   • C1, C2: 1 point
3. Listening:
   • A1, A2, B1: 0 points
   • B2: 5 points
   • C1: 6 points
   • C2: 7 points
4. Speaking:
   • A1, A2, B1: 0 points
   • B2: 5 points
   • C1: 6 points
   • C2: 7 points

English Language Proficiency (Maximum 6 Points)

1. Reading:
   • CLB 1 to CLB 4: 0 points
   • CLB 5 to CLB 8: 1 point
   • CLB 9 to CLB 12: 1 point
2. Writing:
   • CLB 1 to CLB 4: 0 points
   • CLB 5 to CLB 8: 1 point
   • CLB 9 to CLB 12: 1 point
3. Listening:
   • CLB 1 to CLB 4: 0 points
   • CLB 5 to CLB 8: 1 point
   • CLB 9 to CLB 12: 2 points
4. Speaking:
   • CLB 1 to CLB 4: 0 points
   • CLB 5 to CLB 8: 1 point
   • CLB 9 to CLB 12: 2 points

Quebec Connection (Maximum 8 Points)

Applicants with strong ties to Quebec through family or previous stays can earn up to 8 points.

Family in Quebec (Maximum 3 Points)

1. Spouse, sibling, parent, child, grandparent: 3 points
2. Uncle, aunt, nephew, niece, cousin: 0 points

Visiting Quebec (Maximum 5 Points)

1. Worked in Quebec for at least 3 months: 5 points
2. Worked in Quebec for at least 6 months: 5 points
3. Studied in Quebec for at least 3 months: 5 points
4. Studied in Quebec for at least 6 months: 5 points
5. Stayed in Quebec (not for work or school) for more than 2 weeks: 1 point
6. Stayed in Quebec (not for work or school) for more than 3 months: 2 points
7. Visited Quebec for less than 2 weeks: 0 points

Characteristics of Spouse (Maximum 17 Points)

Up to 17 points can be awarded for a spouse’s characteristics, including education, training area, age, and French language proficiency.

Spouse’s Education (Maximum 4 Points)

1. General high school diploma: 1 point
2. Vocational high school diploma: 2 points
3. General postsecondary school diploma (full-time for 2 years): 1 point
4. Technical postsecondary school diploma (full-time for 1 year): 2 points
5. Technical postsecondary school diploma (full-time for 2 years): 2 points
6. Technical postsecondary school diploma (full-time for 3 years): 3 points
7. Undergraduate degree (full-time for 1+ years): 1 point
8. Undergraduate degree (full-time for 2+ years): 2 points
9. Undergraduate degree (full-time for 3+ years): 3 points
10. Master’s degree: 4 points
11. Doctorate: 4 points

Spouse’s Area of Training (Maximum 4 Points)

1. Section A: 4 points
2. Section B: 3 points
3. Section C: 2 points
4. Section D: 1 point
5. Sections E, F, G: 0 points

Spouse’s Age (Maximum 3 Points)

1. 18 to 35 years old: 3 points
2. 36 years old: 2 points
3. 37 to 39 years old: 2 points
4. 40 years old: 1 point
5. 41 to 42 years old: 1 point
6. 43+ years of age: 0 points

Spouse’s French Language Proficiency (Maximum 6 Points)

1. Reading, Writing: All levels (0 points)
2. Listening:
   • A1, A2, B1: 0 points
   • B2: 2 points
   • C1, C2: 3 points
3. Speaking:
   • A1, A2, B1: 0 points
   • B2: 2 points
   • C1, C2: 3 points

Validated Job Offer (Maximum 10 Points)

Applicants with a validated permanent job offer can earn up to 10 points, depending on the job’s location.

1. Montreal area: 8 points
2. Outside Montreal area: 10 points

Accompanying Children (Maximum 8 Points)

Applicants bringing children can earn up to 8 points.

1. Per child under 13 years of age: 4 points
2. Per child 13 to 19 years old: 2 points

Financial Self-Sufficiency (Maximum 1 Point)

Applicants must meet the minimum settlement funds requirement to earn 1 point. This requirement varies based on the number of family members and their ages.

Settlement Funds Requirement

1. 1 adult: CAD $3,016
2. 1 adult & 1 child (<18 years): CAD $4,052
3. 1 adult & 2 children (<18 years): CAD $4,574
4. 1 adult & 3 children (<18 years): CAD $5,096
5. 1 adult & 4+ children (<18 years): Add CAD $522/child
6. 1 adult & 1+ children (18+ years): Add CAD $1,406/child
7. 2 adults: CAD $4,422
8. 2 adults & 1 child (<18 years): CAD $4,954
9. 2 adults & 2 children (<18 years): CAD $5,347
10. 2 adults & 3 children (<18 years): CAD $5,739
11. 2 adults & 4+ children (<18 years): Add CAD $392/child
12. 2 adults & 1+ children (18+ years): Add CAD $1,406/child