NOC 12113Statistical officers and related research support occupations

TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory

NOC 12113 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Statistical officers and related research support occupations. It is classified TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory, which meets the skill requirement for Express Entry. An officer decides whether you can claim this code by comparing the duties written in your reference letter against the official main duties below — not by your job title.

Express Entry eligible: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

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Definition

Statistical officers and workers in related research support occupations provide statistical and research support services to a wide range of businesses and organizations. These workers conduct statistical routines, monitor trends, compile data and prepare charts, graphs, summaries and reports in support of organizational information needs and research activities. They are employed throughout the public and private sectors. Statistical officers who are also supervisors are included in this unit group.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Compile tables, charts, graphs and summarized statistics for integration in research papers and reports
Process data using statistical software to conduct basic analyses of trends in support of research activities
Collect, consolidate, cross-tabulate and format data from various sources to prepare draft reports for review by supervisors or researchers
Assist in collection and tracking of data from monitored use of services and provide information to management and client groups
May prepare technical documents and monitoring reports on volumetrics and other trend analyses
May supervise statistical and research support workers.

Example job titles

•research assistant - generalist (except university)
•research support officer
•social research assistant (except university)
•statistical officer
•technical research assistant (except post-secondary)

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Overview

NOC 12113 classification comprises statistical officers and related research support occupations. Under Canada's NOC 2021 system, this occupation falls into TEER 2, making it eligible for major federal and provincial skilled economic immigration streams. These professionals provide crucial support services by compiling, processing, and analyzing statistical data, and are employed across various sectors including government departments, research institutes, marketing companies, and educational institutions.

Key duties for individuals in this unit group include designing survey questionnaires, coding and compiling data, verifying data accuracy, and preparing preliminary statistical tables and reports. To qualify under this classification, candidates typically require a university degree or college diploma in a related field such as statistics, mathematics, economics, or social sciences, often combined with relevant practical experience in data collection or analysis.

As a TEER 2 occupation, NOC 12113 is highly relevant for Canadian immigration pathways. Candidates may qualify for permanent residency through the Express Entry system under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) or the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), as well as various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP).

Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.

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Frequently asked questions

Is NOC 12113 eligible for Express Entry?

Yes — Statistical officers and related research support occupations is TEER 2, and TEER 0–3 occupations meet the skill-level requirement for Express Entry programs such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. Full eligibility also depends on your work experience, language results and other program criteria.

What education or training does NOC 12113 usually require?

Statistical officers and related research support occupations is classified as TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.