NOC 32112: Dental technologists and technicians
Dental technologists and technicians design, prepare and fabricate dentures and dental devices as prescribed by dentists and other specialists. They are employed in dental laboratories. Dental technologists and technicians who are supervisors are included in this unit group.
Official Main Duties for NOC 32112
Select the duties you perform in your actual job. Under IRCC guidelines, you must perform at least 60% of these duties for a successful work permit or PR reference letter.
Your employer reference letter must confirm you performed the main actions described in the duties above. Avoid copying words directly from the NOC description — officers expect natural job descriptions with specific company context.
Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 32112
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Dental technologists and technicians is categorized under TEER 2. Occupations in this tier typically require completion of a 2- to 3-year post-secondary diploma, apprenticeship training, or specialized technical certifications.
Express Entry Alignment
Qualifies directly for the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry. Work experience must be full-time (or equivalent part-time) and continuous for at least one year.
Target Category Status
Designated under IRCC's Healthcare Priority Stream →. Candidates with 6 months of qualifying Canadian or foreign experience in this NOC can receive Invitations to Apply (ITAs) at significantly lower CRS cutoff thresholds.
NOC 2016 to NOC 2021 Transition & Equivalency
Under Canada's previous NOC 2016 classification, this occupation was mapped under the following 4-digit code(s). When preparing your Express Entry profile or work reference letters, you must use the new 5-digit code NOC 32112.
3223 continues as 32112 and part transferred to 33100
Regional Wages Across Canada
Under Canadian immigration law, an employer hiring you under an LMIA must pay you at least the median wage listed below for your province.
| Province / Territory | Low Wage | Median Wage | High Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada (National Average) | $19 | $29/hr | $45 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador → | $20.15/hr | $27.35/hr | $30.72/hr |
| Nova Scotia → | $16.5/hr | $28/hr | $41/hr |
| New Brunswick → | $21.96/hr | $26.43/hr | $29.85/hr |
| Quebec → | $21.19/hr | $27.95/hr | $34.58/hr |
| Ontario → | $20.94/hr | $29.41/hr | $41.74/hr |
| Manitoba → | $21.25/hr | $25/hr | $32/hr |
| Saskatchewan → | $20.69/hr | $26.98/hr | $41.65/hr |
| Alberta → | $18/hr | $28.75/hr | $34.62/hr |
| British Columbia → | $21.63/hr | $31.73/hr | $41.25/hr |
🏙️Top Metropolitan Cities Wage Rates (ESDC 2025/2026)
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Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- Dental technologists and technicians are required to complete a college program in dental technology or four or more years of on-the-job training under the supervision of a registered dental technologist or technician.
- Registration with a regulatory body is required for dental technologists and technicians in all provinces except in Manitoba and the territories.
Official Job Titles for NOC 32112
18 Titles ListedIf your current job title matches any of these official examples, this NOC code is likely the right choice for your Express Entry reference letter:
Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)
Check this list to make sure your actual job is not classified under one of these related codes:
- Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants (See 33100 Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants)View NOC 33100→
- Dental hygienists and dental therapists (See 32111 Dental hygienists and dental therapists)View NOC 32111→
- Denturists (See 32110 Denturists)View NOC 32110→
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 32112 (Dental technologists and technicians)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
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