Occupational therapy rehabilitation consultant NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for occupational therapy rehabilitation consultant.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for occupational therapy rehabilitation consultant is 31203 (Occupational therapists), 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. It's eligible for Healthcare category draws.
NOC code
31203
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Level 2
+40 work · 70 job offer
Category draws
Healthcare
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 31203 covers
Occupational therapists develop individual and group programs with people affected by illness, injury, developmental disorders, emotional or psychological problems and aging to maintain, restore or increase their ability to care for themselves and to engage in work, school or leisure. They also develop and implement health promotion programs with individuals, community groups and employers. They are employed in health care facilities, in schools, and by private and social services agencies, or they may be self-employed.
| Unit group | 31203 — Occupational therapists |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 1 — usually requires a university degree |
| Broad category | Health occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Analyse clients' capabilities and expectations related to life activities through observation, interviews and formal assessments
- Develop intervention programs to address clients' needs related to self-care, work and leisure activities
- Maintain clients' records
- Establish personalized care plans working as a member of an interdisciplinary team
- Consult and advise on health promotion programs to prevent disabilities and to maximize independent function in all activities of life
- May supervise support personnel and students and provide training.
To use NOC 31203 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 31203 →
Other job titles under NOC 31203
- Case manager occupational therapist
- Clinical occupational therapist
- Community occupational therapist
- Occupational therapist (OT)
- Research and development occupational therapist
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 31203, one of these may fit better:
- Advertising consultant — NOC 11202 (Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations, TEER 1)
- Agricultural consultant — NOC 21112 (Agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists, TEER 1)
- Business management consultant — NOC 11201 (Professional occupations in business management consulting, TEER 1)
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- Community economic development consultant — NOC 41402 (Business development officers and market researchers and analysts, TEER 1)
- Community policing program consultant — NOC 41403 (Social policy researchers, consultants and program officers, TEER 1)
- Consultant dietitian — NOC 31121 (Dietitians and nutritionists, TEER 1)
- Dating service consultant — NOC 65229 (Other support occupations in personal services, TEER 5)
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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 occupational therapy rehabilitation consultant?+
In NOC 2021, "occupational therapy rehabilitation consultant" is an example title in unit group 31203 — Occupational therapists. It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Health occupations" broad category.
Is occupational therapy rehabilitation consultant eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 31203 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 occupational therapy rehabilitation consultant get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 31203 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 occupational therapy rehabilitation consultant get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 31203 is on IRCC's list for Healthcare and Social Services Occupations, 2026-Version 3. You generally need have accumulated, within the past 3 years, at least 12 months of full-time work experience (or an equal amount of part-time experience) — this experience does not need to be continuous.
What if my job title says occupational therapy rehabilitation consultant 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 31203. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.