NOC 2021 Classification Standard97 Occupations

TEER 1 Occupations in Canada: Requirements & PR Pathways (2026)

Jobs that usually require a university degree (bachelor's or master's).

Express Entry Status✓ Eligible for Express Entry (FSW & CEC)

Minimum EducationUniversity degree (bachelor's, master's, or PhD).

Typical ExperienceProfessional license or certification often required.

Education Standards

TEER 1 Education & Minimum Experience Requirements

TEER 1 occupations are professional roles that formally require a university degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate). For international candidates, having an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) from an IRCC-approved organization like WES, ICAS, or IQAS is mandatory to prove Canadian academic equivalency.

CRS Scoring Impact

How TEER 1 Work Experience Affects Your Express Entry CRS Score

Candidates with university degrees and TEER 1 experience score the highest possible points in Core Human Capital. A Master’s degree awards 135 points for education (compared to 120 for a Bachelor’s) and unlocks the maximum 50-point skill transferability bonus when paired with CLB 9 language proficiency.

Academic & Professional Route

ECA Degree Evaluation & The CLB 9 Booster (+50 Pts)

TEER 1 candidates form the backbone of the Express Entry pool. Here is how to maximize your competitive score:

Rule 01

ECA Equivalency Assessment (WES / ICAS / IQAS)

Every foreign degree must have a valid Educational Credential Assessment completed within the last 5 years. For Indian degrees, 3-year Bachelor degrees (B.Com, B.Sc) from NAAC "A" accredited institutions are generally assessed as 3-year Canadian degrees, while 4-year B.Tech/BE degrees receive full 4-year Bachelor equivalency.

Rule 02

The CLB 9 Language Multiplier

For TEER 1 professionals, scoring CLB 9 (IELTS: 8.0 Listening, 7.0 Reading, 7.0 Writing, 7.0 Speaking) triggers maximum skill transferability points, adding up to +50 points for education and +50 points for foreign work experience.

Rule 03

Licensing Reality for Foreign Engineers & Nurses

You do not need a Canadian professional license (such as P.Eng or provincial nursing registration) to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) or Canada PR visa. IRCC evaluates your degrees and verified work experience.

PR Program Eligibility

Immigration Pathways for TEER 1 Occupations

The primary talent pool for Federal Skilled Worker (FSWP), Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and priority category draws (STEM and Healthcare). TEER 1 professionals also benefit from fast-tracked provincial tech and healthcare streams across Ontario, BC, and Alberta.

✓ Federal Skilled Worker (FSWP)✓ Canadian Experience Class (CEC)✓ STEM & Healthcare Priority Draws

All TEER 1 Occupations (97)

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NOC Code	Occupation Title	Category	Median Pay	Check Duties
NOC 11100	Financial auditors and accountants	General Stream	$40.36/hr	View Duties →
NOC 11101	Financial and investment analysts	General Stream	$43.27/hr	View Duties →
NOC 11102	Financial advisors	General Stream	$36.06/hr	View Duties →
NOC 11103	Securities agents, investment dealers and brokers	General Stream	$42.56/hr	View Duties →
NOC 11109	Other financial officers	General Stream	$38.46/hr	View Duties →
NOC 11200	Human resources professionals	General Stream	$40.87/hr	View Duties →
NOC 11201	Professional occupations in business management consulting	General Stream	$44.1/hr	View Duties →
NOC 11202	Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations	General Stream	$35.58/hr	View Duties →
NOC 21100	Physicists and astronomers	STEM Priority	$56.49/hr	View Duties →
NOC 21101	Chemists	General Stream	$38.46/hr	View Duties →
NOC 21102	Geoscientists and oceanographers	General Stream	$50/hr	View Duties →
NOC 21103	Meteorologists and climatologists	General Stream	$53.94/hr	View Duties →
NOC 21109	Other professional occupations in physical sciences	General Stream	$43/hr	View Duties →
NOC 21110	Biologists and related scientists	STEM Priority	$40/hr	View Duties →
NOC 21111	Forestry professionals	General Stream	$47/hr	View Duties →
NOC 21112	Agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists	General Stream	$40/hr	View Duties →
NOC 21120	Public and environmental health and safety professionals	General Stream	$45/hr	View Duties →
NOC 21200	Architects	General Stream	$38.94/hr	View Duties →
NOC 21201	Landscape architects	General Stream	$40.87/hr	View Duties →
NOC 21202	Urban and land use planners	General Stream	$46.15/hr	View Duties →

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TEER 1 FAQ

TEER 1 Immigration FAQ

Common questions about TEER 1 education, work experience, and Canadian PR rules.

Yes. If you completed your education outside of Canada, you must submit an official ECA report verifying that your degree is equivalent to a completed Canadian degree to claim education and skill transferability points.

Under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), Canadian student work experience does not count. However, under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), foreign paid work experience gained while studying full-time can count, provided it was continuous and at least 30 hours per week.

No. IRCC issues Permanent Residency based on your verified past experience, education, and language tests. You do not need a Canadian license (such as P.Eng or medical registration) to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA).

Express Entry (FSWP and CEC) is the fastest route. If your CRS score is below 490, targeted category draws (STEM/Healthcare) and provincial nomination streams (like OINP Human Capital Priorities) provide rapid pathways.

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