Registration for the Specialization Program (SP) 2026-2027 schedule opens in August 2026, with new groups starting in September 2026.
The SP prepares Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs) with the knowledge, skills and judgement required to practise safely and ethically before the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB). RCICs with a Class L1 or Class L2 licence who complete the Specialization Program Education Pathway, and pass the Specialization Exam, can obtain the RCIC-IRB class of licence.
As of July 1, 2023, only RCICs with an RCIC-IRB class of licence are authorized to practice before the IRB. Providing IRB representation without the appropriate licence constitutes a breach of the Code of Professional Conduct and may result in disciplinary action.
RCICs interested in expanding their scope of practice are advised to register when the announcement goes live in August 2026.
For questions about the Specialization Program, visit the College website or contact sp-ps@college-ic.ca.