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NOC 51101 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Conservators and curators. 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.
Classification
Art, culture, recreation & sport
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Definition
Conservators restore and conserve artifacts belonging to museums, galleries and owners of cultural property. Curators recommend the acquisition of museum artifacts and gallery works of art and research their artistic history. Conservators and curators are employed in museums, art galleries, archives, libraries, government agencies and universities. Conservators may be self-employed.
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Overview
NOC 51101 (Conservators and curators) is classified under TEER 1 of Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, representing professional occupations that typically require a university degree. Curators in this unit group are responsible for recommending the acquisition of museum and gallery artifacts, researching collections, and organizing exhibitions in museums, art galleries, and archives. Conservators specialize in the preservation, restoration, and scientific examination of artworks, historical documents, and archaeological specimens, working within cultural institutions or private practices.
To qualify under this NOC code for Canadian immigration, applicants must meet specific educational and employment standards. Curators generally require a master's degree in museology, art history, or a related discipline, while conservators typically need a master's or bachelor's degree in art conservation or a relevant scientific field. Because NOC 51101 is a skilled TEER 1 occupation, eligible candidates can apply for permanent residency through the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) or the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under the Express Entry system, as well as various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Yes — Conservators and curators 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.
Conservators and curators 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.