Career development practitioner NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for career development practitioner.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for career development practitioner is 41321 (Career development practitioners and career counsellors (except education)), a TEER 1 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
41321
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 41321 covers
Career development practitioners and career counsellors (except education) provide assistance and information to job seeker clients on all aspects of employment search and career planning. They also provide advice and information to employer clients regarding employment issues and human resources. They are employed by public or private employment agencies, rehabilitation centres, hospitals, human resource departments of establishments, consulting firms, correctional facilities and by federal and provincial governments. Supervisors of career development practitioners and career counsellors (except education) are included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 41321 — Career development practitioners and career counsellors (except education) |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 1 — usually requires a university degree |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Interview clients to obtain employment history, educational background and career goals
- Identify barriers to employment and assist clients with such matters as job readiness skills, job search strategies, writing résumés and preparing for job interviews
- Assess need for assistance such as rehabilitation, financial aid or further training and refer clients to the appropriate services
- Provide established workers with information and strategies for maintaining a job or moving within an organization, dealing with job dissatisfaction, making mid-career changes and adjusting to workplace transitions
- Collect labour market information for clients regarding job openings, entry and skill requirements and other occupational information
- Advise employers on human resource and other employment-related issues
To use NOC 41321 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 41321 →
Other job titles under NOC 41321
- Career development counsellor
- Outplacement counsellor
- Rehabilitation counsellor
- Relocation consultant
- Vocational rehabilitation counsellor
- Career counsellor (except education)
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 41321, one of these may fit better:
- Ayurvedic practitioner — NOC 32209 (Other practitioners of natural healing, TEER 2)
- Business development officer — NOC 41402 (Business development officers and market researchers and analysts, TEER 1)
- Christian science practitioner — NOC 42204 (Religion workers, TEER 2)
- Community development worker — NOC 42201 (Social and community service workers, TEER 2)
- Community economic development consultant — NOC 41402 (Business development officers and market researchers and analysts, TEER 1)
- Community social development officer — NOC 41403 (Social policy researchers, consultants and program officers, TEER 1)
- Contact lens practitioner — NOC 32100 (Opticians, TEER 2)
- Development geologist — NOC 21102 (Geoscientists and oceanographers, 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 career development practitioner?+
In NOC 2021, "career development practitioner" is an example title in unit group 41321 — Career development practitioners and career counsellors (except education). It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is career development practitioner eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 41321 is TEER 1, 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 career development practitioner get extra CRS points?+
NOC 41321 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 career development practitioner get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 41321 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 career development practitioner 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 41321. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.