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NOC 50012 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Recreation, sports and fitness program and service directors. It is classified TEER 0 — Management occupations, 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.
Classification
Art, culture, recreation & sport
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Definition
Recreation, sports and fitness program and service directors plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of comprehensive recreational, sports and fitness programs and services, national or provincial sports governing agencies and professional athletic teams. They are employed by municipalities, community and private recreational and fitness organizations, sports governing agencies and professional athletic team organizations.
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Overview
Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, NOC 50012 applies to recreation, sports, and fitness program and service directors. This TEER 0 management occupation encompasses professionals who plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate the operations of comprehensive recreational, sports, and fitness programs and services. These directors are commonly employed by municipal recreation departments, national or provincial sports governing agencies, professional athletic teams, fitness clubs, and community centres.
Employment requirements for NOC 50012 typically include a university degree in physical education, recreation administration, business administration, or a related discipline, combined with several years of progressive experience in program administration or recreation service delivery. Because this is classified as a TEER 0 occupation, individuals under this code may be eligible for key Canadian economic immigration pathways, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program managed through the Express Entry system, as well as various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).
To successfully qualify under this code for Canadian immigration, applicants must demonstrate they have performed the core duties outlined by the Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) definition, such as establishing operational policies, managing budgets, and directing staff.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Yes — Recreation, sports and fitness program and service directors is TEER 0, 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.
Recreation, sports and fitness program and service directors is classified as TEER 0 — Management occupations. 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.