NOC 53124Artisans and craftspersons

TEER 3 — College diploma, shorter apprenticeship or 6+ months training

NOC 53124 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Artisans and craftspersons. It is classified TEER 3 — College diploma, shorter apprenticeship or 6+ months training, 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.

Express Entry eligible: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Art, culture, recreation & sport

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Definition

Artisans and craftspersons use manual and artistic skills to design and make ornamental objects, pottery, stained glass, jewellery, rugs, blankets, other handicrafts and artistic floral arrangements. Makers of musical instruments are also included in this unit group. Most craftspersons are self-employed. Artistic floral arrangers are usually employed in florist shops and floral departments of retail establishments, or may be self-employed. Craft instructors are also included in this unit group and are employed by artisan guilds, colleges, private studios and recreational organizations.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Carvers
Use hand tools and woodworking machines to produce carvings from wood, stone and other materials and to carve ornamental designs into wooden furniture and other objects.
Glass blowers
Design and create glass objects using blowpipes and artisan's hand tools and equipment.
Metal arts workers
Design metal jewellery, utensils, implements, wall hangings and other objects and create them from gold, silver, copper, pewter and other metals.
Potters
Design ornamental and ceramic functional earthenware pieces and create them using clay, moulds, potter's wheels and other equipment, glazing materials and kilns.
Stained glass artists
Design stained glass windows, lampshades and other objects and cut, paint, fire and assemble pieces of stained glass to create such products.
Instrument makers
Construct instruments by applying their knowledge of wood, ebonite, metal properties and other materials and instrument design using hand and power tools.
Weavers
Use hands or loom to interlace strips of flexible material such as wool, cotton, silk, grasses, bark and rawhide to make baskets, wreaths, wall hangings, clothing, rugs, blankets and other objects.
Craft instructors
Prepare craftmaking lessons, gather the required working materials and demonstrate and teach craftmaking techniques.
Artistic floral arrangers
Design bouquets, corsages, sprays, wreaths and other floral arrangements and select natural and artificial flowers, foliage and decorative accessories to create arrangements or other floral items to suit customers' requirements.

Example job titles

•artistic floral arranger
•carver
•craft instructor (except education)
•craftsperson
•glass blower
•lace weaver - arts and crafts
•leather worker
•metal arts worker

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Overview

NOC 53124 (Artisans and craftspersons) is a classified occupation under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system. Falling under TEER Category 3, this unit group includes professionals who use manual and artistic skills to design and make one-of-a-kind or limited-run hand-crafted items. Typical practitioners in this field include carvers, glass blowers, potters, metal arts craftspersons, stained glass artists, and weavers. These individuals must demonstrate high artistic capability and technical proficiency in their specific mediums to create functional or decorative pieces.

From an immigration perspective, candidates categorized under NOC 53124 may qualify for several economic immigration programs. Because TEER 3 occupations are eligible for Express Entry, candidates may pursue permanent residency through the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program or the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), provided they meet the specific language, work experience, and educational requirements. Additionally, various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) offer targeted pathways for skilled trades and cultural workers, and applicants with a strong portfolio and demonstrated self-employment history may have explored specialized federal streams.

Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.

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Frequently asked questions

Is NOC 53124 eligible for Express Entry?

Yes — Artisans and craftspersons is TEER 3, 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.

What education or training does NOC 53124 usually require?

Artisans and craftspersons is classified as TEER 3 — College diploma, shorter apprenticeship or 6+ months training. 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.