Education policy officer NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for education policy officer.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for education policy officer is 41405 (Education policy researchers, consultants and program officers), a TEER 1 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 3): +20 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 50 for a job offer.
NOC code
41405
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Level 3
+20 work · 50 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 41405 covers
Education policy researchers, consultants and program officers conduct research, produce reports and administer elementary, secondary and post-secondary education policies and programs. They are employed by government departments, school boards, research institutes, professional associations and educational and other organizations throughout the public and private sectors, or they may be self-employed.
| Unit group | 41405 — Education policy researchers, consultants and program officers |
|---|---|
| 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
- Conduct research, produce reports and administer education policies and programs
- Evaluate curriculum programs and recommend improvements
- Develop the structure, content and objectives of new programs
- Conduct statistical analyses to determine cost and effectiveness of education policies and programs
- Provide ongoing professional development, training and consultative services to teachers and other professionals throughout the public and private sector
- Develop teaching materials and other resources for program delivery
To use NOC 41405 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 41405 →
Other job titles under NOC 41405
- Curriculum developer
- Curriculum planner
- Education consultant
- Education outreach program coordinator
- Education policy supervisor
- Education program coordinator
- Education program officer
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 41405, one of these may fit better:
- Board of education administrator — NOC 40021 (School principals and administrators of elementary and secondary education, TEER 0)
- Child welfare policy analyst — NOC 41403 (Social policy researchers, consultants and program officers, TEER 1)
- Dean of adult education — NOC 40020 (Administrators - post-secondary education and vocational training, TEER 0)
- Early childhood education worker — NOC 42202 (Early childhood educators and assistants, TEER 2)
- Economic policy analyst — NOC 41401 (Economists and economic policy researchers and analysts, TEER 1)
- Education curriculum development director — NOC 40012 (Government managers - education policy development and program administration, TEER 0)
- Education director — NOC 40012 (Government managers - education policy development and program administration, TEER 0)
- Education program administration manager — NOC 40012 (Government managers - education policy development and program administration, TEER 0)
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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 education policy officer?+
In NOC 2021, "education policy officer" is an example title in unit group 41405 — Education policy researchers, consultants and program officers. It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is education policy officer eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 41405 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 education policy officer get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 41405 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 3. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 20 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 50 (whichever is higher).
Can a education policy officer get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 41405 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 education policy officer 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 41405. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.