Camp counsellor NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for camp counsellor.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for camp counsellor is 54100 (Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness), a TEER 4 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
54100
TEER 4 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 54100 covers
Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness lead and instruct groups and individuals in recreational, sports, fitness or athletic programs. Fitness appraisers conduct fitness tests and assessments and design, develop and deliver fitness programs. They are employed by community centres, sports and fitness clubs, outdoor centres, resorts, recreational facilities, health care facilities, retirement homes, correctional institutions, government departments, private businesses, tourism associations and similar establishments.
| Unit group | 54100 — Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 4 — usually requires a high school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training |
| Broad category | Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Program leaders and instructors in recreation and sport
- Plan and carry out recreational, athletic, fitness and sports activities
- Assemble supplies and sports and game equipment
- Demonstrate and instruct athletic, fitness or sports activities and techniques
- Instruct groups and individuals in arts, crafts and similar activities and lead groups and individuals in recreational or leisure programs
- Attend to clients with special needs
To use NOC 54100 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 54100 →
Other job titles under NOC 54100
- Aerobics instructor
- Certified personal trainer
- Day camp leader
- Fitness appraiser
- Fitness instructor
- Gymnastics teacher
- Personal trainer
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 54100, one of these may fit better:
- Academic counsellor — NOC 41320 (Educational counsellors, TEER 1)
- Addictions counsellor — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, TEER 1)
- Bereavement counsellor — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, TEER 1)
- Career development counsellor — NOC 41321 (Career development practitioners and career counsellors (except education), TEER 1)
- Child and youth counsellor — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, TEER 1)
- Family counsellor — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, TEER 1)
- Genetic counsellor — NOC 31303 (Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals, TEER 1)
- Marriage counsellor — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, TEER 1)
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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 camp counsellor?+
In NOC 2021, "camp counsellor" is an example title in unit group 54100 — Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness. It is a TEER 4 occupation in the "Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport" broad category.
Is camp counsellor eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 54100 is TEER 4. IRCC only counts TEER 0–3 work as skilled experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class, so this work generally won't qualify for those programs on its own. Some provincial programs accept TEER 4–5 work.
Does camp counsellor get extra CRS points?+
NOC 54100 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 camp counsellor get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 54100 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 camp counsellor 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 54100. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.