Physical rehabilitation therapist NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for physical rehabilitation therapist.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for physical rehabilitation therapist is 32109 (Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's eligible for Healthcare category draws.
NOC code
32109
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
Healthcare
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 32109 covers
Other technical workers in therapy and assessment perform various technical therapy and assessment functions. Some may assist professionals such as audiologists, speech-language pathologists, ophthalmologists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists. They are employed in hospitals, clinics, extended care facilities, rehabilitation centres, community health centres, educational institutions, hearing aid retail stores, in the private practices of the professionals they assist, or they may be self-employed.
| Unit group | 32109 — Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Health occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Hearing instrument practitioners
- Examine adult clients to assess hearing loss using diagnostic evaluation and electro acoustic testing
- Recommend and dispense or sell appropriate type of hearing instrument
- Take earmold impressions for use in the manufacture of hearing devices
- Fit, adjust and make minor modifications to hearing instruments
- Educate clients in appropriate use, care and maintenance of hearing instruments
To use NOC 32109 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 32109 →
Other job titles under NOC 32109
- Audiology technician
- Communicative disorders assistant
- Hearing instrument practitioner
- Hearing instrument specialist
- Occupational therapy assistant
- Ophthalmic technician
- Ophthalmic technologist
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 32109, one of these may fit better:
- Art therapist — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, TEER 1)
- Athletic therapist — NOC 31204 (Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment, TEER 1)
- Case manager occupational therapist — NOC 31203 (Occupational therapists, TEER 1)
- Clinical occupational therapist — NOC 31203 (Occupational therapists, TEER 1)
- Community occupational therapist — NOC 31203 (Occupational therapists, TEER 1)
- Dental therapist — NOC 32111 (Dental hygienists and dental therapists, TEER 2)
- Drama therapist — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, TEER 1)
- Movement therapist — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, 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 physical rehabilitation therapist?+
In NOC 2021, "physical rehabilitation therapist" is an example title in unit group 32109 — Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Health occupations" broad category.
Is physical rehabilitation therapist eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 32109 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 physical rehabilitation therapist get extra CRS points?+
NOC 32109 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 physical rehabilitation therapist get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 32109 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 physical rehabilitation therapist 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 32109. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.