Health care planner NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for health care planner.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for health care planner is 41404 (Health 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 2): +40 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 70 for a job offer.
NOC code
41404
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Level 2
+40 work · 70 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 41404 covers
Health policy researchers, consultants and program officers conduct research, produce reports and administer health care policies and programs. They are employed by government departments and agencies, consulting establishments, universities, research institutes, hospitals, community agencies, educational institutions, professional associations, non-governmental organizations and international organizations.
| Unit group | 41404 — Health 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
- Assist in developing government health policy by reviewing relevant literature, conducting interviews, collecting and analysing statistical data, and providing advice to senior managers and officials on issues such as health promotion, regulation, standards and financing
- Design and implement health projects or programs
- Maintain, update and manage health information databases
- Compile and analyse statistical information provided by private and public health care institutions and organizations and produce reports
- Monitor and evaluate health care programs operated by government departments and agencies or private organizations
- Assess compliance with health standards and identify remedial action if necessary
To use NOC 41404 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 41404 →
Other job titles under NOC 41404
- Health care consultant
- Health policy research analyst
- Health promotion program officer
- Health services researcher
- Mental health programs consultant
- Child health care programs planning officer
- Drug and alcohol abuse consultant
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 41404, one of these may fit better:
- Advanced care paramedic — NOC 32102 (Paramedical occupations, TEER 2)
- Airline load planner — NOC 64312 (Airline ticket and service agents, TEER 4)
- Animal health technician — NOC 32104 (Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians, TEER 2)
- Animal health technologist — NOC 32104 (Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians, TEER 2)
- 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)
- Community and urban planner — NOC 21202 (Urban and land use planners, TEER 1)
- Community health nurse — NOC 31301 (Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses, 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 health care planner?+
In NOC 2021, "health care planner" is an example title in unit group 41404 — Health 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 health care planner eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 41404 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 health care planner get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 41404 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 health care planner get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 41404 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 health care planner 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 41404. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.