Medical terminologist NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for medical terminologist.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for medical terminologist is 51114 (Translators, terminologists and interpreters), a TEER 1 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
51114
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 51114 covers
Translators translate written material from one language to another. Interpreters translate oral communication from one language to another during speeches, meetings, conferences, debates and conversation, or in court or before administrative tribunals. Terminologists conduct research to itemize terms connected with a certain field, define them and find equivalents in another language. Sign language interpreters use sign language to translate spoken language and vice versa during meetings, conversations, television programs or in other instances. Translators, terminologists and interpreters are employed by government, private translation and interpretation agencies, in-house translation services, large private corporations, international organizations and the media, or they may be self-employed. Sign language interpreters work in schools and courts, and for social service agencies, interpretation services, government services and television stations, or they may be self-employed.
| Unit group | 51114 — Translators, terminologists and interpreters |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 1 — usually requires a university degree |
| Broad category | Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Translators and translator-revisers
- Translate a variety of written material such as correspondence, reports, legal documents, technical specifications and textbooks from one language to another, maintaining the content, context and style of the original material to the greatest extent possible
- Localize software and accompanying technical documents to adapt them to another language and culture
- Revise and correct translated material
- May train and supervise other translators.
- Terminologists
To use NOC 51114 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 51114 →
Other job titles under NOC 51114
- Community interpreter
- Conference interpreter
- Court interpreter
- Interpreter
- Legal terminologist
- Literary translator
- Localiser - linguistics
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If your duties don't match NOC 51114, one of these may fit better:
- Chief of medical staff — NOC 30010 (Managers in health care, TEER 0)
- Diagnostic medical sonography instructor — NOC 32122 (Medical sonographers, TEER 2)
- Medical device reprocessing technician — NOC 33109 (Other assisting occupations in support of health services, TEER 3)
- Medical doctor — NOC 31102 (General practitioners and family physicians, TEER 1)
- Medical instruments sales agent — NOC 62100 (Technical sales specialists - wholesale trade, TEER 2)
- Medical laboratory aide — NOC 33101 (Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations, TEER 3)
- Medical laboratory assistant — NOC 33101 (Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations, TEER 3)
- Medical laboratory cytotechnologist — NOC 32120 (Medical laboratory 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 medical terminologist?+
In NOC 2021, "medical terminologist" is an example title in unit group 51114 — Translators, terminologists and interpreters. It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport" broad category.
Is medical terminologist eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 51114 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 medical terminologist get extra CRS points?+
NOC 51114 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 medical terminologist get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 51114 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 medical terminologist 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 51114. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.