Firefighting instructor NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for firefighting instructor.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for firefighting instructor is 41210 (College and other vocational instructors), 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.
NOC code
41210
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Level 2
+40 work · 70 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 41210 covers
College and other vocational instructors teach applied arts, academic, technical and vocational subjects to students at community colleges, CEGEPs, agricultural colleges, technical and vocational institutes, language schools and other college level schools. This unit group also includes trainers who are employed by private training establishments, companies, community agencies and governments to deliver internal training or development courses. College teachers who are heads of departments are included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 41210 — College and other vocational instructors |
|---|---|
| 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
- Teach students using a systematic plan of lectures, demonstrations, discussion groups, laboratory work, shop sessions, seminars, case studies, field assignments and independent or group projects
- Develop curriculum and prepare teaching materials and outlines for courses
- Prepare, administer and mark tests and papers to evaluate students' progress
- Advise students on program curricula and career decisions
- Provide individualized tutorial or remedial instruction to students who require it
- Supervise independent or group projects, field placements, laboratory work or hands-on training
To use NOC 41210 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 41210 →
Other job titles under NOC 41210
- College teacher
- Commercial art instructor
- Community college teacher
- Company trainer
- Computer training instructor
- Department chairperson - college
- Department head - general and vocational college (CEGEP)
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 41210, one of these may fit better:
- Aerobics instructor — NOC 54100 (Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness, TEER 4)
- Braille instructor — NOC 42203 (Instructors of persons with disabilities, TEER 2)
- Chief flying instructor — NOC 72600 (Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors, TEER 2)
- Dance instructor — NOC 53120 (Dancers, TEER 3)
- Diagnostic medical sonography instructor — NOC 32122 (Medical sonographers, TEER 2)
- Driving instructor — NOC 43109 (Other instructors, TEER 3)
- Fitness instructor — NOC 54100 (Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness, TEER 4)
- Flying instructor — NOC 72600 (Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors, 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 firefighting instructor?+
In NOC 2021, "firefighting instructor" is an example title in unit group 41210 — College and other vocational instructors. It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is firefighting instructor eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 41210 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 firefighting instructor get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 41210 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 firefighting instructor get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 41210 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 firefighting instructor 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 41210. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.