Acupuncturist NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for acupuncturist.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for acupuncturist is 32200 (Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
32200
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 32200 covers
Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists assess, treat and prevent diseases, conditions, disorders or imbalances of patients' using various forms of treatment including acupuncture, herbology or other holistic health approaches. They usually work in private practice, including group or team practices, clinics, extended care facilities, rehabilitation centres and health clubs.
| Unit group | 32200 — Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Health occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners
- Diagnose within the framework of Traditional Chinese Medicine the diseases, physiological disorders and injuries of patients
- Explain procedures, risks and benefits of treatments to patients
- Prescribe and administer treatment such as acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS), scraping (Gua Sha), cupping therapy, moxibustion, acupressure, and auriculotherapy
- May prescribe and administer Chinese manipulative therapy (Tui Na), energy control therapy (Qi Gong) and laser therapy
- May suggest home care instructions and provide information about life therapies including energy control therapy (Qi Gong), Chinese shadow boxing (Tai Ji Quan) and Chinese food cure recipes (Shi Liao)
To use NOC 32200 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 32200 →
Other job titles under NOC 32200
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for acupuncturist?+
In NOC 2021, "acupuncturist" is an example title in unit group 32200 — Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Health occupations" broad category.
Is acupuncturist eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 32200 is TEER 2, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does acupuncturist get extra CRS points?+
NOC 32200 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a acupuncturist get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 32200 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says acupuncturist but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 32200. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.