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NOC 2021 hierarchy

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RN
Registered Nurse

Nursing · NOC 31301 Regulated

NOC 313 — Nursing and allied health professionals

80

TalentAid Signal

Strong

Median wage · Ontario
$42.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Very good (2025–2027)
Education
Approved or recognized baccalaureate nursing degree (BScN or equivalent)
Training
Typically ~4 years for a direct-entry BScN; bridge routes vary
Hiring activity
130 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-07-21
RPh
Pharmacist

Pharmacy · NOC 31120 Regulated

NOC 311 — Health treating and consultation services professionals

77

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$53.85/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Accredited university pharmacy degree plus Ontario registration requirements
Training
University pharmacy degree plus supervised/practice and registration requirements
Hiring activity
43 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 31120 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
OT
Occupational Therapist

Rehabilitation · NOC 31203 Regulated

NOC 312 — Therapy and assessment professionals

75

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$45.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Bachelor or master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an approved Canadian program, or equivalent qualifying education
Training
Professional OT degree plus at least 1,000 hours of fieldwork; program length varies
Hiring activity
43 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
DDS/DMD
Dentist

Dental · NOC 31110 Regulated

NOC 311 — Health treating and consultation services professionals

73

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$104,000/yr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or equivalent qualifying dentistry degree
Training
Minimum 4-year dental degree after required pre-dental university preparation; total pathway is longer
Hiring activity
38 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
PT
Physiotherapist

Rehabilitation · NOC 31202 Regulated

NOC 312 — Therapy and assessment professionals

73

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$46.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Master's degree in Physiotherapy/Physical Therapy or equivalent qualifying physiotherapy education
Training
Master's-level professional program after undergraduate preparation; program duration varies
Hiring activity
96 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
RDH
Restorative Dental Hygienist

Dental · NOC 32111 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

73

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$44.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
General Dental Hygienist registration plus approved restorative dental hygiene specialty education
Training
Post-registration specialty education; duration varies by approved program
Hiring activity
103 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot — NOC 32111 group
Advancement
medium
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
RECE
Registered Early Childhood Educator

Early Childhood Education · NOC 42202 Regulated

NOC 422 — Paraprofessional occupations in legal, social, community and education services

71

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$22.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Ontario ECE diploma or another College-approved education route plus CECE registration
Training
Typically 2 years for an Ontario ECE diploma plus registration; accelerated and degree routes also exist
Hiring activity
105 · Job Bank title snapshot — NOC 42202 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
ECA
Early Childhood Assistant

Early Childhood Education · NOC 42202

NOC 422 — Paraprofessional occupations in legal, social, community and education services

71

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$22.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Employer requirements vary; related early-learning training, Child Development Practitioner apprenticeship or ECE education can support progression
Training
Entry requirements vary by employer; formal progression routes range from pre-apprenticeship to a 2-year ECE diploma
Hiring activity
110 · Job Bank title snapshot — NOC 42202 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
MRI
MRI Technologist

Medical Imaging · NOC 32121 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

71

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$45.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
CMRITO-approved specialty education plus applicable CAMRT examination and CMRITO registration
Training
Program length varies by specialty and approved Ontario program
Hiring activity
20 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 32121 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
MRT(R)
Radiography Technologist

Medical Imaging · NOC 32121 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

71

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$45.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
CMRITO-approved radiography education plus CAMRT examination and CMRITO registration
Training
Program length varies by approved Ontario program
Hiring activity
20 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 32121 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
DMS
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Medical Imaging · NOC 32122 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

71

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$41.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
CMRITO-approved diagnostic medical sonography education plus Sonography Canada examination and CMRITO registration
Training
Program length varies by approved Ontario program
Hiring activity
18 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 32122 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
NMT
Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Medical Imaging · NOC 32121 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

71

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$45.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
CMRITO-approved specialty education plus applicable CAMRT examination and CMRITO registration
Training
Program length varies by specialty and approved Ontario program
Hiring activity
20 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 32121 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
MRT(T)
Radiation Therapist

Medical Imaging · NOC 32121 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

71

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$45.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
CMRITO-approved specialty education plus applicable CAMRT examination and CMRITO registration
Training
Program length varies by specialty and approved Ontario program
Hiring activity
20 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 32121 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
RRT
Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Care · NOC 32103 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

71

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$44.66/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
CRTO-approved Respiratory Therapy diploma/advanced diploma or equivalent qualifying education
Training
Typically about 3 years for Ontario college RT programs; varies by approved program
Hiring activity
11 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot — NOC 32103 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
RDH
Dental Hygienist

Dental · NOC 32111 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

71

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$44.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Accredited dental hygiene diploma, advanced diploma or degree
Training
Typically 2–3 years for entry-to-practice dental hygiene education
Hiring activity
103 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot — NOC 32111 group
Advancement
medium
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
PCP
Primary Care Paramedic

Paramedicine · NOC 32102

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

71

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$42.17/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Approved Ontario paramedic education/training plus applicable certification requirements
Training
Varies by paramedic level
Hiring activity
3 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 32102 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
ACP
Advanced Care Paramedic

Paramedicine · NOC 32102

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

71

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$42.17/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Approved Ontario paramedic education/training plus applicable certification requirements
Training
Varies by paramedic level
Hiring activity
3 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 32102 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
RPN
Registered Practical Nurse

Nursing · NOC 32101 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

71

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$31.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Approved or recognized Practical Nursing diploma
Training
Typically ~2 years plus registration requirements
Hiring activity
28 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
CDP
Child Development Practitioner

Early Childhood Education · NOC 42202

NOC 422 — Paraprofessional occupations in legal, social, community and education services

70

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$22.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Ontario Child Development Practitioner apprenticeship (620C)
Training
6,000 apprenticeship hours, approximately 3 years
Hiring activity
105 · Job Bank NOC-group snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
403A
General Carpenter

Skilled Trades · NOC 72310

NOC 723 — Technical construction trades

70

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$32.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Ontario apprenticeship (403A) combining paid on-the-job training and in-school technical training
Training
7,200 apprenticeship hours, approximately 4 years
Hiring activity
214 · Job Bank snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
433A
Industrial Mechanic Millwright

Skilled Trades · NOC 72400

NOC 724 — Technical maintenance trades

70

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$35.59/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Ontario apprenticeship (433A) combining paid on-the-job training and in-school technical training
Training
8,000 apprenticeship hours, approximately 4 years
Hiring activity
158 · Job Bank snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
NP
Nurse Practitioner

Nursing · NOC 31302 Regulated

NOC 313 — Nursing and allied health professionals

70

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$62.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Very good (2025–2027)
Education
Approved Nurse Practitioner graduate education following RN preparation
Training
Graduate NP education after RN preparation; program length varies, commonly about 2 years
Hiring activity
41 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot
Advancement
low
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
MOA
Medical Office Administrator

Health Administration · NOC 13112

NOC 131 — Administrative occupations

69

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$25.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Very good (2025–2027)
Education
One- or two-year medical office/medical administration college program or specialized equivalent courses
Training
Typically ~1–2 years; shorter certificate routes also exist
Hiring activity
24 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
MLT
Medical Laboratory Technologist

Medical Laboratory · NOC 32120 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

69

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$42.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Qualifying medical laboratory technology education plus CMLTO registration requirements
Training
Typically 2–3 years for medical laboratory technology education (NOC typical)
Hiring activity
2 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 32120 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
310S
Automotive Service Technician

Skilled Trades · NOC 72410 Regulated

NOC 724 — Technical maintenance trades

68

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$30.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Ontario apprenticeship (310S) combining paid on-the-job training and in-school technical training
Training
7,220 apprenticeship hours, approximately 4 years
Hiring activity
290 · Job Bank snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
OTA/PTA
Occupational Therapist Assistant / Physiotherapist Assistant

Rehabilitation · NOC 32109

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

68

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$25.68/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Two-year OTA/PTA, rehabilitation therapy assistant, OTA or PTA college diploma
Training
Typically ~2 years plus supervised practical training where applicable
Hiring activity
31 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot — NOC 32109 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
DA
Dental Assistant

Dental · NOC 33100

NOC 331 — Assisting occupations in support of health services

68

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$26.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Dental Assisting certificate/diploma; Level II programs are commonly about one year
Training
Typically ~1 year for a formal Level I/II college certificate
Hiring activity
103 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot
Advancement
medium
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
PSW
Personal Support Worker

Healthcare · NOC 33102

NOC 331 — Assisting occupations in support of health services

66

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$24.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Personal Support Worker, nursing aide or health care aide college/private program, or qualifying on-the-job training
Training
Typically ~6–12 months; varies by program and employer route
Hiring activity
101 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 33102 group
Advancement
medium
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-07-21
313A
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic

Skilled Trades · NOC 72402 Regulated

NOC 724 — Technical maintenance trades

65

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$37.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Ontario apprenticeship (313A) combining paid on-the-job training and in-school technical training
Training
9,000 apprenticeship hours, approximately 5 years
Hiring activity
19 · Job Bank snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
CCP
Critical Care Paramedic

Paramedicine · NOC 32102

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

65

TalentAid Signal

Solid

Median wage · Ontario
$42.17/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Approved Ontario paramedic education/training plus applicable certification requirements
Training
Varies by paramedic level
Hiring activity
3 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 32102 group
Advancement
medium
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
306A
Plumber

Skilled Trades · NOC 72300 Regulated

NOC 723 — Technical construction trades

63

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$32.50/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Ontario apprenticeship (306A) combining paid on-the-job training and in-school technical training
Training
9,000 apprenticeship hours, approximately 5 years
Hiring activity
42 · Job Bank snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
309A
Electrician – Construction and Maintenance

Skilled Trades · NOC 72200 Regulated

NOC 722 — Technical electrical trades

63

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$34.00/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Ontario apprenticeship (309A) combining paid on-the-job training and in-school technical training
Training
9,000 apprenticeship hours, approximately 5 years
Hiring activity
64 · Job Bank snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
RSW
Social Worker

Community Services · NOC 41300 Regulated

NOC 413 — Professional occupations in social and community services

62

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$38.66/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Accredited Bachelor of Social Work or Master of Social Work, or another route accepted by OCSWSSW
Training
Typically 4 years for a direct-entry BSW; advanced-standing routes can be shorter
Hiring activity
12 · Job Bank snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
AMHW
Addictions and Mental Health Worker

Community Services · NOC 42201

NOC 422 — Paraprofessional occupations in legal, social, community and education services

62

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$26.50/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Addictions and Mental Health Worker or related social/community services diploma/degree
Training
Typically about 2 years for a college diploma; other routes vary
Hiring activity
72 · Job Bank NOC-group snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
RSSW
Social Service Worker

Community Services · NOC 42201 Regulated

NOC 422 — Paraprofessional occupations in legal, social, community and education services

62

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$26.50/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Approved Ontario Social Service Work diploma or another education/equivalency route accepted by OCSWSSW
Training
Typically 2 years for an Ontario Social Service Work diploma plus registration
Hiring activity
48 · Job Bank title snapshot — NOC 42201 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
Com
Community Worker

Community Services · NOC 42201

NOC 422 — Paraprofessional occupations in legal, social, community and education services

62

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$26.50/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Community Worker or related social/community services diploma; requirements vary by employer
Training
Typically about 2 years for an Ontario college diploma
Hiring activity
72 · Job Bank NOC-group snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
PA
Pharmacy Assistant

Pharmacy · NOC 33103

NOC 331 — Assisting occupations in support of health services

62

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$19.50/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Pharmacy Assistant program or secondary school plus on-the-job training
Training
Typically 6–12 months for a Pharmacy Assistant program, or an on-the-job route
Hiring activity
48 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 33103 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
DSW
Developmental Services Worker

Community Services · NOC 42201

NOC 422 — Paraprofessional occupations in legal, social, community and education services

61

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$26.50/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Developmental Services Worker college diploma or Ontario 620D apprenticeship
Training
Apprenticeship: 4,500 hours, approximately 2.5 years; college routes vary
Hiring activity
72 · Job Bank NOC-group snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
CYW
Child and Youth Worker

Community Services · NOC 42201

NOC 422 — Paraprofessional occupations in legal, social, community and education services

60

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$26.50/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Child and Youth Care/Worker postsecondary education or Ontario 620A apprenticeship
Training
Apprenticeship: 7,200 hours, approximately 4 years; college programs vary
Hiring activity
72 · Job Bank NOC-group snapshot
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
RPhT
Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy · NOC 32124 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

59

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$26.45/hr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
Accredited pharmacy technician education plus Ontario registration requirements
Training
Typically ~2 years for pharmacy technician college education (NOC typical)
Hiring activity
15 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 32124 group
Advancement
medium
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
DD
Denturist

Dental · NOC 32110 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

58

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$46,400/yr
3-yr outlook
Good (2025–2027)
Education
College diploma/advanced diploma in Denturism or Denturology
Training
Typically 2–3 years; George Brown's Ontario program is 3 years
Hiring activity
3 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot
Advancement
medium
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
MLA/T
Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician

Medical Laboratory · NOC 33101

NOC 331 — Assisting occupations in support of health services

57

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$26.25/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Medical laboratory assistant/technician education or employer-recognized training
Training
Usually less than two years / program varies
Hiring activity
6 · Job Bank snapshot — NOC 33101 group
Advancement
high
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02
RDT
Dental Technologist

Dental · NOC 32112 Regulated

NOC 321 — Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)

55

TalentAid Signal

Moderate

Median wage · Ontario
$29.41/hr
3-yr outlook
Moderate (2025–2027)
Education
Dental Technology college diploma/advanced diploma or qualifying equivalent route
Training
Typically ~3 years for the Ontario advanced-diploma route; alternate supervised routes may differ
Hiring activity
9 · Job Bank advertised jobs snapshot
Advancement
medium
Verified: Government of Canada — Job Bank · published 2026-06-02

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