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NOC 31200 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Psychologists. It is classified TEER 1 — Usually require a university degree, 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.
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Definition
Psychologists assess and diagnose behavioural, emotional and cognitive disorders, counsel clients, provide therapy, conduct research and apply theory relating to behaviour and mental processes. Psychologists help clients work toward the maintenance and enhancement of psychological, physical, intellectual, emotional, social and interpersonal functioning. They work in private practice or in clinics, correctional facilities, hospitals, mental health facilities, rehabilitation centres, community service organizations, businesses, schools and universities, and in government and private research agencies.
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Express Entry category draws
NOC 31200 is in the “Healthcare & social services” group used for category-based Express Entry draws.
Overview
Under Canada's NOC 2021 system, Psychologists are classified under NOC code 31200 within TEER 1. This high-demand occupational group includes professionals who assess, diagnose, and treat cognitive, emotional, and behavioural disorders, offer counseling, administer psychological tests, and conduct research. Psychologists may work in private practice, clinics, correctional facilities, schools, or academic institutions across Canadian provinces and territories.
To successfully immigrate or practice under NOC 31200, applicants must meet strict educational and licensing requirements. Practitioners typically require a doctoral degree in psychology to use the title "Psychologist" in most provinces, though a master's degree is sufficient in jurisdictions such as Alberta, Saskatchewan, and the Northwest Territories. Because psychology is a regulated profession in Canada, registration with a provincial or territorial regulatory body is mandatory before practicing.
From an immigration perspective, NOC 31200 is highly prioritized. It is eligible for skilled migration streams, including the Express Entry Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program, the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), particularly those featuring healthcare-specific target draws.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Yes — Psychologists is TEER 1, 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.
Psychologists is classified as TEER 1 — Usually require a university degree. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.
Yes — Psychologists is regulated in Québec, so practising there requires recognition from the relevant professional body, and Québec immigration programs take this into account.
Yes — it's in the “Healthcare & social services” group. The latest Healthcare & social services round (June 25, 2026) invited 4000 candidates with a CRS cut-off of 475.
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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.