NOC 63211Estheticians, electrologists and related occupations

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

NOC 63211 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Estheticians, electrologists and related occupations. 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

Sales & service

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Definition

Estheticians, electrologists and workers in related occupations provide facial and body treatments designed to enhance an individual's physical appearance. They are employed in beauty salons, electrolysis studios, scalp treatment and hair replacement clinics and other similar establishments and in cosmetic departments of retail establishments such as pharmacies and department stores, or they may be self-employed.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Estheticians
Give facial and other body treatments using specialized products and techniques.
Cosmeticians
Advise customers on the use of make-up and other beauty products and apply make-up to customers; may specialize in applying make-up to models or other individuals for special occasions.
Electrologists
Remove unwanted hair permanently from client's face or body using needle only specialized electrical hair removal equipment, laser and other equipment.
Manicurists and pedicurists
Clean, shape and polish fingernails and toenails and provide related treatments.
Scalp treatment specialists
Apply medicated lotions to treat scalp conditions and hair loss.
Tattoo artists
Clean and sterilise tattoo equipment and work areas; consult with and advise clients with respect to size, color, design and placement of body art; use a demographer to permanently pigment the client's skin with chemical dyes; maintain health and safety procedures; and may apply temporary designs to client's skin.
Hair replacement technicians (non-medical)
Prepare and apply custom-made hair pieces to customer's scalp, weave customer's hair to hair pieces and provide scalp treatments.

Example job titles

•beauty treatment operator
•cosmetician
•electrologist
•electrolysis technician
•esthetician
•hair replacement technician
•manicurist
•pedicurist

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Overview

Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, "Estheticians, electrologists and related occupations" are classified under NOC 63211. This occupation falls under TEER 3, making it eligible for various Canadian economic immigration programs, including certain Express Entry pathways and various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Professionals in this category are typically employed in beauty salons, electrolysis studios, scalp treatment clinics, and cosmetic departments of retail stores, or they may be self-employed.

Common job titles under NOC 63211 include esthetician, electrologist, manicurist, pedicurist, and hair removal specialist. To qualify for immigration pathways under this NOC code, candidates must typically demonstrate completion of secondary school and a college or beauty school program in esthetics, electrology, or a related discipline, or possess equivalent on-the-job training. Core duties generally involve performing specialized skin care treatments, hair removal (such as electrolysis, waxing, or laser), manicures, pedicures, and providing cosmetic product advice.

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 63211 eligible for Express Entry?

Yes — Estheticians, electrologists and related occupations 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 63211 usually require?

Estheticians, electrologists and related occupations 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.