Child and youth worker NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for child and youth worker.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for child and youth worker is 42201 (Social and community service workers), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's eligible for Healthcare category draws.
NOC code
42201
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
Healthcare
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 42201 covers
Social and community service workers administer and implement a variety of social assistance programs and community services, and assist clients to deal with personal and social problems. They are employed by social service and government agencies, mental health agencies, group homes, shelters, substance abuse centres, school boards, correctional facilities and other establishments.
| Unit group | 42201 — Social and community service workers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Review client background information, interview clients to obtain case history and prepare intake reports
- Assess clients' relevant skill strengths and needs
- Assist clients to sort out options and develop plans of action while providing necessary support and assistance
- Assess and investigate eligibility for social benefits
- Refer clients to other social services or assist clients in locating and utilizing community resources including legal, medical and financial assistance, housing, employment, transportation, day care and other services
- Counsel clients living in group homes and halfway houses, supervise their activities and assist in pre-release and release planning
To use NOC 42201 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 42201 →
Other job titles under NOC 42201
- Aboriginal outreach worker
- Addictions worker
- Community development worker
- Community service worker
- Crisis intervention worker
- Developmental service worker
- Drop-in centre worker
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 42201, one of these may fit better:
- Child and youth counsellor — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, TEER 1)
- Child care live-in caregiver — NOC 44100 (Home child care providers, TEER 4)
- Child care worker assistant — NOC 42202 (Early childhood educators and assistants, TEER 2)
- Child welfare policy analyst — NOC 41403 (Social policy researchers, consultants and program officers, TEER 1)
- Child welfare services administrator — NOC 40030 (Managers in social, community and correctional services, TEER 0)
Calculate your CRS score → · All job titles A–Z · High-wage list
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 child and youth worker?+
In NOC 2021, "child and youth worker" is an example title in unit group 42201 — Social and community service workers. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is child and youth worker eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 42201 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 child and youth worker get extra CRS points?+
NOC 42201 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 child and youth worker get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 42201 is on IRCC's list for Healthcare and Social Services Occupations, 2026-Version 3. You generally need have accumulated, within the past 3 years, at least 12 months of full-time work experience (or an equal amount of part-time experience) — this experience does not need to be continuous.
What if my job title says child and youth worker 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 42201. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.