Health records technician NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for health records technician.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for health records technician is 12111 (Health information management occupations), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
12111
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 12111 covers
Health information management workers collect, code, record, review and manage health information. They are employed by hospitals, clinics, workplace health and safety boards, health record consulting firms and other health care establishments. Health information management workers who are supervisors are included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 12111 — Health information management occupations |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Business, finance and administration occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Classify and code diseases according to an established classification system
- Collect, code, cross-reference and store health records and related information
- Abstract, assemble and analyze clinical data and related demographic information from health records according to established policies and procedures
- Operate information systems to maintain indexes for classification systems and to manage and retrieve health records information
- Prepare medical, social and administrative statistics
- Use and maintain software or information technology systems
To use NOC 12111 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 12111 →
Other job titles under NOC 12111
- Health information management supervisor
- Health information management technician
- Medical records unit supervisor
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 12111, one of these may fit better:
- Aircraft records clerk — NOC 14100 (General office support workers, 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)
- Community health nurse — NOC 31301 (Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses, TEER 1)
- Environmental health officer — NOC 21120 (Public and environmental health and safety professionals, TEER 1)
- Health and safety officer — NOC 22232 (Occupational health and safety specialists, TEER 2)
- Health care aide — NOC 33102 (Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates, TEER 3)
- Health care consultant — NOC 41404 (Health policy researchers, consultants and program officers, 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 records technician?+
In NOC 2021, "health records technician" is an example title in unit group 12111 — Health information management occupations. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Business, finance and administration occupations" broad category.
Is health records technician eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 12111 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 health records technician get extra CRS points?+
NOC 12111 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 health records technician get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 12111 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 records technician 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 12111. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.