The demand for care workers has surged globally, making several countries receptive to foreign professionals, including Nigerians.
The opportunities allow Nigerian healthcare workers to pursue careers abroad, contributing to systems in need while boosting their professional growth and economic stability.
United Kingdomâs Health and Care Worker Visa
The UKâs Health and Care Worker Visa allows career care workers to work in the country’s healthcare sector.
To be eligible, intending workers need to have empathy and show sensitivity. Ability to work well with others is a high requisite.
Applicants must enrol in a Level 1 Certificate in Health and Social Care, Level 2 Diploma in Care or T Level in Health.
Nigerians wishing to enrol need GSCSE or WAEC with passes in English and maths.
Also, applicants must undertake an adult care worker intermediate apprenticeship or adult care advanced apprenticeship.
Other requirements include experience in working with organisations supporting vulnerable people.
Estimated salary ranges from 14,000 pounds to 25,000 pounds annually.
The countryâs Immigration Act supports the German immigration policy.
The country recently streamlined its immigration process for skilled workers in the healthcare sector.
Reports say prospective applicants need a three-year programme that includes practical experience at a healthcare facility and theoretical education at a trade school.
Applicants will need a university education and practical training to qualify.
The healthcare sector in Germany attracts a monthly salary of 1,800 to 2,500 euros.
Estimated salary: â¬1,800 to â¬2,500 per month.Â
The Canadian government has the Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker Pilot.
The pilot programmes allow care workers to go to Canada to obtain permanent residency.
To be eligible, candidates must have a job offer from a reputable company in Canada, a one-year post-secondary education, and proficiency in English or French.
