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NOC 51100 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Librarians. 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
Librarians select, develop, organize and maintain library collections and provide advisory services for users. They are employed in libraries or other establishments with library services throughout the public and private sectors.
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Overview
NOC 51100 (Librarians) is classified under TEER 1 of Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system. Professionals in this occupation select, develop, organize, and maintain library collections, and provide critical advisory and research services to users. They are employed in public libraries, academic institutions, government departments, and private corporations. Because this occupation is categorized as TEER 1, individuals with qualifying work experience as librarians are eligible for high-skilled immigration pathways, including the Express Entry Federal Skilled Worker Program and various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).
To meet the official ESDC requirements for NOC 51100, candidates must typically possess a master's degree in library science or library and information studies. Essential duties include developing library policies, conducting reference searches, supervising library assistants and technicians, and selecting, acquiring, and classifying materials. When applying for Canadian permanent residency, applicants must demonstrate that their past work experience aligns with these official duties and employment standards as defined by the Government of Canada.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Yes — Librarians 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.
Librarians 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.
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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.