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Canadian Immigration: We had the pleasure of connecting with Ralph Guerra, an Ashton College alumnus who graduated from our former Immigration Consultancy Diploma in 2014. He is the CEO of RNG Immigration Consultancy Ltd, currently on the Board of Directors for CAPIC, and a Mentor for the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants. Our conversation delved into his experiences regarding the program and about his professional experiences since he graduated.
I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in political science back in the Philippines. After completing my degree, I pursued law but before taking the bar exam, I trained as an air traffic controller. During that time, I was appointed to be the adjudication board vice chairman, which sparked my interest in legal matters. When I moved to Canada, I initially worked at Home Depot but felt drawn to the legal field. I considered studying law but was advised to pursue Canadian Immigration Law. So, I enrolled at Ashton in 2013-2014.
I heard Ashton is one of the best, if not the best, colleges in the field of Canadian Immigration Law. They have exceptional staff and lecturers.
Being a student at Ashton College was awesome. The instructors were very pleasant, the school was welcoming, and it was easy to approach instructors if you needed assistance. It was a very pleasant experience for me.
I learned Canadian Immigration law at Ashton, thanks to the instructors who shared their experiences. I try to remember every scenario they told us during lectures, which gives me insights into real-world situations. The examples they provided during their lectures closely resembled real-life scenarios, and they gave us tips on managing an immigration practice and resolving issues, even with complicated cases.
Initially, there was no mentoring like there is now, such as with CICC for new immigration consultants. I relied on reading extensively, revisiting old lectures, and consulting books. It was scary at first, as I had no one to rely on but myself. I also tried to talk to instructors and some colleagues to compare notes, but some of the cases I handled were very complicated. However, through comprehensive research and utilizing my previous legal knowledge from the Philippines, I managed to succeed.
I am most proud of helping refugees in Canada, particularly those who are in dire need of assistance. I provide pro bono assistance to refugees, as it gives me a sense of significance. I define significance as giving value to others, and success is giving value to oneself. Helping refugees, who often have nothing but hope, is the most important aspect of my career. So, this aspect of my work is the most significant to me.
Those who want to be involved with Canadian Immigration, must be honest, diligent, and competent. They must conduct thorough research and not rely solely on websites. Honesty and adherence to ethical standards are crucial, as the lives and futures of clients depend on it.
I would like to thank Ashton College for allowing me to share my story. Canadian Immigration practice isn't just a career; it brings significant change to the lives of others and adds value to clients. I hope to inspire more Immigration Practitioners to do their best and to do it with integrity.
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