Academic Path - FITTskills Courses |
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The Academic Path to the CITP* is for students and professionals with limited or no international trade knowledge and/or experience.
Just four steps away, the CITP* is the highest mark of professionalism in the field of international trade.
Complete the FITTskills training program (or equivalent courses)
By working through the eight (8) FITTskills courses, or equivalent (transferable accredited courses), you will develop real-world knowledge and understanding of the international trade industry. The FITTskills program focuses on eleven core competencies that will help you succeed in today’s competitive global marketplace.
Details on each of the FITTskills courses can be found in the FITT Training portion of our website.
FITT recognizes our students’ development through the following prestigious accolades:
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FITT Certificate in International Trade:
Conferred upon individuals who have successfully completed any four FITTskills assessments, or who have received course exemptions for up to three FITTskills courses and successfully completed one FITTskills assessment. For more information please email info@fitt.ca. -
FITT Diploma in International Trade:
Conferred upon individuals who have: successfully completed all eight FITTskills assessments, OR have received course exemptions for up to six FITTskills courses and successfully completed two FITTskills assessments OR have transferred seven or eight credits and have written the professional exam. For more information please email info@fitt.ca.
Find the FITTskills education provider nearest you to get started!
Professional exam?
If you have achieved seven or eight educational credits through accredited courses or portfolio assessments, you will be required to successfully complete the Professional Examination**, a closed-book, 3-hour exam involving a case study and essay format questions. There is no mark assigned for the exam, simply a pass or fail grade. Once you have successfully completed the Professional Exam, you will receive your FITT Diploma, and will have completed the educational requirements for the CITP*.
- Please click here to register for the Professional Exam
If you have achieved six or less credits through PLAR, you will need to locate a FITT educational partner near you to complete the remaining courses in the FITTskills program. Please note that students with seven transferred courses, who have successfully completed the professional exam, must still complete their eighth FITTskills course in order to achieve their FITT Diploma.
**Professional Exam Exemptions
Any student who successfully completes two FITTskills assessments (exam or project), or more, will be exempt from writing the Professional Exam.
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Complete, or prove, twelve (12) months of related professional experience
Application of knowledge is just as important as learning. Each student or professional must complete a minimum of 12 months of full-time, professional experience in a position where the majority of their responsibilities involve importing and/or exporting related tasks.
To see if your experience qualifies, please contact us at membership@fitt.ca.
Prepare your application and apply online
Once you have completed your academic training and professional experience prerequisites, you can begin to prepare your application. Applying for your CITP* requires the submission of a detailed and up-to-date résumé along with the submission of two contactable sponsors (such as supervisors or clients) who can attest to your experience. Following submission, your application will be reviewed for approval.
For more information or assistance, please contact us at membership@fitt.ca. Or, if you’re ready, apply online today!
DID YOU KNOW?
Challenging for Credit
You can challenge a FITTskills credit at anytime, skipping the in-class portions of the course. Once you register for a FITTskills Challenge, you will have six weeks to complete your assessment for the course you are challenging.
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