NOC 32122: Medical sonographers
Medical sonographers operate ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of various parts of the body to aid physicians in monitoring pregnancies and in diagnosing cardiac, ophthalmic, vascular and other medical disorders. They are employed in clinics and hospitals. Medical sonographers who are supervisors or instructors are included in this unit group.
Official Main Duties for NOC 32122
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Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 32122
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Medical sonographers 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
Currently evaluated under standard General and CEC invitation rounds, or targeted through provincial in-demand lists such as Ontario (OINP), British Columbia (BC PNP), or Alberta (AAIP).
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 32122.
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) | $34.9 | $42/hr | $51 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador → | $33.44/hr | $42.7/hr | $48.72/hr |
| Nova Scotia → | $29.56/hr | $39.01/hr | $45.3/hr |
| New Brunswick → | $30.31/hr | $37.23/hr | $43.72/hr |
| Quebec → | $29.47/hr | $38.5/hr | $45.7/hr |
| Ontario → | $35/hr | $41/hr | $48.08/hr |
| Manitoba → | $39.21/hr | $41.7/hr | $46/hr |
| Saskatchewan → | $33.55/hr | $44.07/hr | $52.52/hr |
| Alberta → | $38.46/hr | $46/hr | $55.65/hr |
| British Columbia → | $35/hr | $44.41/hr | $50/hr |
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Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- Completion of a three- to four-year program in diagnostic medical sonography or ultrasound technology or completion of a two- to three-year program in a related allied health field and a one-year post-diploma program in diagnostic medical sonography from an accredited institution are required.
- Registration with Sonography Canada and/or the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers is usually required by employers.
- Registration with l'Ordre des technologues en imagerie médicale, en radio-oncologie et en électrophysiologie médicale du Québec is required in Quebec.
- Registration with the College of Medical Radiation Technologists of Ontario (CMRTO) is required in Ontario.
Official Job Titles for NOC 32122
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Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)
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Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 32122 (Medical sonographers)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
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