Vocational rehabilitation counsellor NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for vocational rehabilitation counsellor.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for vocational rehabilitation counsellor is 41321 (Career development practitioners and career counsellors (except education)), a TEER 1 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
41321
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 41321 covers
Career development practitioners and career counsellors (except education) provide assistance and information to job seeker clients on all aspects of employment search and career planning. They also provide advice and information to employer clients regarding employment issues and human resources. They are employed by public or private employment agencies, rehabilitation centres, hospitals, human resource departments of establishments, consulting firms, correctional facilities and by federal and provincial governments. Supervisors of career development practitioners and career counsellors (except education) are included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 41321 — Career development practitioners and career counsellors (except education) |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 1 — usually requires a university degree |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Interview clients to obtain employment history, educational background and career goals
- Identify barriers to employment and assist clients with such matters as job readiness skills, job search strategies, writing résumés and preparing for job interviews
- Assess need for assistance such as rehabilitation, financial aid or further training and refer clients to the appropriate services
- Provide established workers with information and strategies for maintaining a job or moving within an organization, dealing with job dissatisfaction, making mid-career changes and adjusting to workplace transitions
- Collect labour market information for clients regarding job openings, entry and skill requirements and other occupational information
- Advise employers on human resource and other employment-related issues
To use NOC 41321 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 41321 →
Other job titles under NOC 41321
- Career development counsellor
- Career development practitioner
- Outplacement counsellor
- Rehabilitation counsellor
- Relocation consultant
- Career counsellor (except education)
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 41321, one of these may fit better:
- Academic counsellor — NOC 41320 (Educational counsellors, TEER 1)
- Addictions counsellor — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, TEER 1)
- Bereavement counsellor — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, TEER 1)
- Camp counsellor — NOC 54100 (Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness, TEER 4)
- Child and youth counsellor — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, TEER 1)
- Family counsellor — NOC 41301 (Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies, TEER 1)
- Genetic counsellor — NOC 31303 (Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals, TEER 1)
- Marriage counsellor — 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 vocational rehabilitation counsellor?+
In NOC 2021, "vocational rehabilitation counsellor" is an example title in unit group 41321 — Career development practitioners and career counsellors (except education). It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is vocational rehabilitation counsellor eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 41321 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 vocational rehabilitation counsellor get extra CRS points?+
NOC 41321 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 vocational rehabilitation counsellor get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 41321 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 vocational rehabilitation counsellor 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 41321. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.