Administrative assistants
Classification
Business, finance & administration
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Definition
Administrative assistants perform a variety of administrative duties in support of managerial and professional employers. They are employed throughout the public and private sectors.
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Overview
Under the Canadian National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, Administrative Assistants are classified under NOC code 13110. This occupation falls under TEER Category 3, which represents occupations that typically require a college diploma, an apprenticeship training program of less than two years, or more than six months of on-the-job training. As a TEER 3 occupation, skilled workers in this category may be eligible for key Canadian economic immigration pathways, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).
According to the official Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) guidelines, the main duties for NOC 13110 include preparing, keying in, editing, and proofreading correspondence, invoices, presentations, and reports. Administrative assistants are also responsible for scheduling and confirming appointments, coordinating meetings, ordering office supplies, maintaining filing systems, and potentially supervising other office support staff. It is important to note that specialized administrative roles, such as legal (NOC 12112) or medical (NOC 12113) administrative assistants, are classified under separate NOC codes.
To meet the employment requirements for NOC 13110, candidates typically must complete secondary school, paired with a one- or two-year college program for administrative assistants or secretaries, or have equivalent clerical experience. Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional immigration advice. For official, up-to-date guidelines and program requirements, please consult directly with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.