What TEER level is NOC 31204?

NOC 31204 (Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment) is a TEER 1 occupation: Professional occupations (usually require university degree).

Can I get an LMIA for NOC 31204?

Yes. All NOC occupations including TEER 1 are eligible for Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) work permits, allowing Canadian employers to hire foreign workers when no qualified Canadians are available.

TEER 1NOC 31204 Express Entry Eligible

Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment NOC 31204, TEER 1

Q: Is NOC 31204 (Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment) eligible for Express Entry?

Yes. NOC 31204 is a TEER 1 occupation, which is eligible for Express Entry including the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC).

Therapy and assessment professionals

Immigration Eligibility

Express Entry Eligible

TEER 1 occupations qualify for the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC).

Category-Based Draws

Healthcare

LMIA Eligible

Canadian employers can obtain an LMIA to hire a foreign worker for this occupation.

Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)

Many provinces have PNP streams that accept TEER 1 occupations. Alberta, BC, Ontario, and other provinces run occupation-specific draws.

Official Definition

Statistics Canada: NOC 2021

Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment include specialized therapists who use techniques such as athletic or recreational therapy to aid in the treatment of mental and physical disabilities or injuries. They are employed by establishments such as hospitals, rehabilitation centres, extended health care facilities, clinics, recreational centres, nursing homes, industry, educational institutions and sports organizations, or they may work in private practice.

TEER 1 Explained

TEER 1: Professional occupations (usually require university degree)

Professional occupations usually require a university degree (bachelor's, master's, or doctorate). These are the highest-skilled technical and professional roles. All are eligible for Express Entry.