Registered massage practitioner NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for registered massage practitioner.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for registered massage practitioner is 32201 (Massage therapists), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's eligible for Healthcare category draws.
NOC code
32201
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
Healthcare
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 32201 covers
Massage therapists assess soft tissues and joints of the body for treatment and prevention of dysfunction, injury, pain and physical disorders. They work in private practice, including group or team practices, hospitals, clinics, extended care facilities, rehabilitation centres and educational institutions.
| Unit group | 32201 — Massage therapists |
|---|---|
| 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
- Assess clients by conducting range of motion and muscle tests and propose treatment plans
- Explain procedures, risks and benefits to clients
- Administer massage techniques, treating soft tissues and joints of the body through soft tissue manipulation, relaxation techniques, hydrotherapy, trigger point therapy, joint pain and lower grade mobilizations, remedial exercise programs and client self-help programs
- Suggest home care instructions and provide information about techniques for further postural improvement and stretching, strengthening, relaxation and rehabilitative exercises
- Maintain records of treatments given
- May consult with other health care professionals such as physiotherapists, chiropractors, physicians and psychologists when developing treatment plans for clients.
To use NOC 32201 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 32201 →
Other job titles under NOC 32201
- Massage therapist (MT)
- Registered massage therapist (RMT)
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 32201, one of these may fit better:
- Ayurvedic practitioner — NOC 32209 (Other practitioners of natural healing, TEER 2)
- Career development practitioner — NOC 41321 (Career development practitioners and career counsellors (except education), TEER 1)
- Christian science practitioner — NOC 42204 (Religion workers, TEER 2)
- Contact lens practitioner — NOC 32100 (Opticians, TEER 2)
- Extended class registered nurse — NOC 31302 (Nurse practitioners, TEER 1)
- Hearing instrument practitioner — NOC 32109 (Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment, TEER 2)
- Holistic practitioner — NOC 32209 (Other practitioners of natural healing, TEER 2)
- Nurse practitioner — NOC 31302 (Nurse practitioners, 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 registered massage practitioner?+
In NOC 2021, "registered massage practitioner" is an example title in unit group 32201 — Massage therapists. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Health occupations" broad category.
Is registered massage practitioner eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 32201 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 registered massage practitioner get extra CRS points?+
NOC 32201 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 registered massage practitioner get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 32201 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 registered massage practitioner 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 32201. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.