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Credential Advice

Understanding Required Documents for Credential Evaluation

  Once you order a credential evaluation, you will need to have your academic institution submit your required documents to WES. A review of your required documents is an essential part of the evaluation process. This crucial step needs to be completed before we can begin evaluating your credentials. That’s why it is a good idea to understand the requirements before beginning […]

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Credential Advice

What is a credential evaluation?

If you’re thinking about moving to the United States or Canada to pursue further education or continue your career, you may have come across the term “credential evaluation” in your research and planning. And you might have wondered, “what is a credential evaluation?” Let’s talk about it! A credential evaluation report compares your academic accomplishments […]

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Credential Advice

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State Investments Address Workforce Challenges

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Credential Advice

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Credential Advice

How to Renew Your ECA Report

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Programs and Partners

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Credential Advice

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Programs and Partners

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Credential Advice

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Credential Advice

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