Clinical psychologist NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for clinical psychologist.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for clinical psychologist is 31200 (Psychologists), a TEER 1 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 2): +40 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 70 for a job offer. It's eligible for Healthcare category draws.
NOC code
31200
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Level 2
+40 work · 70 job offer
Category draws
Healthcare
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 31200 covers
Psychologists assess and diagnose behavioural, emotional and cognitive disorders, counsel clients, provide therapy, conduct research and apply theory relating to behaviour and mental processes. Psychologists help clients work toward the maintenance and enhancement of psychological, physical, intellectual, emotional, social and interpersonal functioning. They work in private practice or in clinics, correctional facilities, hospitals, mental health facilities, rehabilitation centres, community service organizations, businesses, schools and universities, and in government and private research agencies.
| Unit group | 31200 — Psychologists |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 1 — usually requires a university degree |
| Broad category | Health occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Examine and assess behaviour, diagnose behavioural, emotional and cognitive disorders, counsel clients and provide therapy
- Help clients manage physical illness and disorders
- Counsel individuals and groups to achieve more effective personal, social and vocational development and adjustment, and offer mediation services
- Use standard psychological tests for assessment
- Plan intervention programs and conduct program evaluation
- Apply psychological theory and principles regarding behaviour and mental processes such as learning, language development, memory and perception to develop treatment programs
To use NOC 31200 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 31200 →
Other job titles under NOC 31200
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 31200, one of these may fit better:
- Clinical audiologist — NOC 31112 (Audiologists and speech-language pathologists, TEER 1)
- Clinical chemist — NOC 21101 (Chemists, TEER 1)
- Clinical dietitian — NOC 31121 (Dietitians and nutritionists, TEER 1)
- Clinical genetics technologist — NOC 32120 (Medical laboratory technologists, TEER 2)
- Clinical laboratory helper — NOC 33109 (Other assisting occupations in support of health services, TEER 3)
- Clinical nurse — NOC 31301 (Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses, TEER 1)
- Clinical occupational therapist — NOC 31203 (Occupational therapists, TEER 1)
- Clinical perfusionist — NOC 32103 (Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists, TEER 2)
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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 clinical psychologist?+
In NOC 2021, "clinical psychologist" is an example title in unit group 31200 — Psychologists. It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Health occupations" broad category.
Is clinical psychologist eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 31200 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 clinical psychologist get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 31200 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 2. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 40 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 70 (whichever is higher).
Can a clinical psychologist get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 31200 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 clinical psychologist 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 31200. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.