NOC 2021 · 32111 · TEER 2
NOC 32111: Dental hygienists and dental therapists
Official NOC 2021, Job Bank and IRCC data · checked 21 October 2026
Dental hygienists provide dental hygiene treatment and services related to oral health promotion and disease and mouth injury prevention. They are employed in a variety of settings including dentists' offices, hospitals, private clinics, educational institutions, public health agencies or they may be self-employed. Dental therapists provide limited restorative dental treatment in addition to dental hygiene services. They are employed by the federal government and the provincial governments to provide services in rural and remote communities.
TEER
TEER 2
Usually needs a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or supervisory work
Median wage (Canada)
$45.00 / hour
Job Bank, 2023-2024
High-wage tier (from 3 Nov 2026)
Tier 2
+40 CRS for Canadian work, or 70 for a job offer
Express Entry categories
Healthcare and social services
Category-based draws (2026)
Express Entry
How NOC 32111 counts for Express Entry
- Federal Skilled Worker: eligible occupationNeeds 1 year of continuous skilled (TEER 0–3) work in the last 10 years and 67 points on the FSW grid.
- Canadian Experience Class: eligible occupationNeeds 1 year of skilled (TEER 0–3) work in Canada in the last 3 years.
- Federal Skilled Trades: not eligibleNeeds 2 years of work in an eligible trade group in the last 5 years, plus a job offer or a Canadian certificate of qualification.
High-wage CRS points
NOC 32111 is in tier 2 of IRCC's high-wage list, in effect from 3 November 2026.
| 12+ months of Canadian work | +40 points on top of work-length points |
|---|---|
| Qualifying job offer (no LMIA) | 70 points |
You get whichever option scores higher, not both.
See all 186 high-wage occupationsCategory-based draws
- Healthcare and social services
At least 12 months of full-time work experience (or equal part-time) in the past 3 years in one listed occupation, plus Express Entry eligibility and the round instructions.
IRCC category listsDuties
Main duties
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Dental hygienists
- Conduct patient screening and oral health assessments, including taking vital signs and documenting patient medical and health history
- Take dental impressions
- Take and develop X-rays
- Perform preventative dental procedures such as teeth cleaning, scaling, gum stimulation and fluoride and sealant applications
- Provide oral care instructions such as oral hygiene procedures, strategies to maintain and improve oral health and on the impact of nutrition on oral health
- Consult with dentists on patient care
- May perform restorative and orthodontic procedures under the direction of a dentist
- May supervise dental assistants in their health care functions.
- May participate in community- or school-based oral health initiatives such as oral screening.
- Dental therapists
- Perform routine dental check-ups, oral cancer examinations and emergency dental examinations
- Take dental impressions
- Take and develop X-rays
- Perform preventative dental procedures such as teeth cleaning, gum stimulation and fluoride and sealant applications
- Provide oral care instructions such as oral hygiene procedures, strategies to maintain and improve oral health and on the impact of nutrition on oral health
- Perform routine teeth restorations and uncomplicated extractions and provide post extraction oral care instructions
- Refer patients to other dental professionals for care beyond the scope of the dental therapist
- Provide oral health promotion activities
- May supervise dental assistants in their health care functions
For Express Entry, your experience must match the lead statement and most of these duties, not only the job title.
Job titles
Example job titles
- dental hygienist
- dental nurse
- dental therapist
- registered dental hygienist
All 14 job titles in NOC 32111
- community dental hygienist
- dental hygiene technician
- dental hygienist
- dental hygienist technician
- dental nurse
- dental therapist
- expanded duty dental hygienist
- expanded duty dental nurse
- licensed dental therapist
- orthodontic hygienist
- periodontal hygienist
- registered dental hygienist
- registered dental therapist
- restorative dental hygienist
Requirements
Employment requirements
- Completion of a two- to three- year college dental hygiene program, approved by the governing board within the province or territory of residence, is usually required for dental hygienists.
- Dental therapists are required to complete a two- to three- year college diploma from an approved dental institution program.
- Licensing by the appropriate provincial or territorial regulatory body is required for dental hygienists.
- Licensure is required for dental therapists in Saskatchewan, the Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
This occupation may be regulated in some provinces. You may need a licence or certificate from the provincial regulator before you can work in it in Canada, even if you hold permanent residence.
Wages
Wages for NOC 32111 in Canada
Low, median and high wages per hour in Canadian dollars, from ESDC Job Bank's 2025 wage data.
| Region | Low | Median | High | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $32.00 | $45.00 | $60.00 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $25.00 | $50.00 | $74.27 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Prince Edward Island | $39.00 | $46.00 | $48.00 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Nova Scotia | $35.00 | $38.10 | $44.00 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| New Brunswick | $35.58 | $42.00 | $46.00 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Quebec | $30.00 | $39.00 | $46.19 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Ontario | $33.00 | $44.00 | $53.67 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Manitoba | $43.00 | $47.00 | $53.97 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Saskatchewan | $26.44 | $51.00 | $60.00 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Alberta | $50.00 | $60.00 | $75.00 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| British Columbia | $43.59 | $55.00 | $65.00 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
Provinces with too little data are not shown. Wages vary by city and employer; see Job Bank for regional figures.
Job outlook
Job outlook by province, 2025–2027
Job Bank rates the 3-year outlook as good or very good in Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Alberta.
GoodPrince Edward Island
The employment outlook will be Good for dental hygienists and dental therapists (NOC 32111) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
The demand for workers in this field is expected to grow as Prince Edward Island’s aging and expanding population drives greater health care needs. More Island dentists have recently joined the Canadian Dental Care Plan, supported by improvements to its administrative process, which has further increased demand for services and dental staff. However, many clinics are already operating at full staffing capacity, limiting their ability to fully participate in the federal program.
Here are some key facts about dental hygienists and dental therapists in Prince Edward Island:
Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
Dental hygienists and dental therapists mainly work in the following sectors:
Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 70% compared to 84% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 30% compared to 16% for all occupations
35% of dental hygienists and dental therapists work all year, while 65% work only part of the year, compared to 59% and 41% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 37 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 9% compared to 51% for all occupations
Women: 91% compared to 49% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: n/a
high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 64% compared to 25% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 32% compared to 17% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
GoodNew Brunswick
The employment outlook will be Good for dental hygienists and dental therapists (NOC 32111) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it difficult to find work.
Population growth will support demand for dental hygienists and dental therapists.
The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) has come into effect which has increased the demand for dental professionals.
In order to practice, dental hygienists and dental therapists must have at least a degree in dental hygiene and be licensed to practice dental hygiene in New Brunswick. Opportunities may be more readily available to those who have acquired local anaesthesia and/or self-initiation designations. The latter permits dental hygienists to offer their services in various practice settings without the supervision of a member of the NB Dental Society.
Here are some key facts about dental hygienists and dental therapists in New Brunswick:
Approximately 450 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
Dental hygienists and dental therapists mainly work in the following sectors:
Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 82% compared to 84% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 18% compared to 16% for all occupations
26% of dental hygienists and dental therapists work all year, while 74% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 38 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: less than 5% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: more than 95% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 30% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 68% compared to 23% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 22% compared to 16% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations
GoodOntario
The employment outlook will be Good for dental hygienists and dental therapists (NOC 32111) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
What Types of Employers Are Out There?
Majority employed in dental offices
What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?
Demand for dental services is influenced by dental insurance coverage rates, population growth, household incomes, and public awareness of oral hygiene
Public-sector investments in affordable dental care should support job prospects
The aging population is expected to increase the demand for geriatric dental care
What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?
The College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO) regulates the profession
What Other Information Will I Find Helpful?
Some positions will be for part-time work
Bridging Programs are available to assist internationally trained professionals in various fields enter the labour market more quickly in Ontario
Dental therapists do not practise in Ontario.
Here are some key facts about dental hygienists and dental therapists in Ontario:
Approximately 14,650 people work in this occupation.
Dental hygienists and dental therapists mainly work in the following sectors:
Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 67% compared to 81% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 33% compared to 19% for all occupations
25% of dental hygienists and dental therapists work all year, while 75% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 37 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
10% of dental hygienists and dental therapists are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: less than 5% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: more than 95% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 25% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 76% compared to 22% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 13% compared to 24% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 13% for all occupations
GoodSaskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Good for dental hygienists and dental therapists (NOC 32111) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about dental hygienists and dental therapists in Saskatchewan:
Approximately 750 people work in this occupation.
Dental hygienists and dental therapists mainly work in the following sectors:
Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 75% compared to 81% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 25% compared to 19% for all occupations
32% of dental hygienists and dental therapists work all year, while 68% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 40 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
Less than 5% of dental hygienists and dental therapists are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 5% compared to 53% for all occupations
Women: 95% compared to 47% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 33% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 15% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 86% compared to 17% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 6% compared to 18% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations
GoodAlberta
The employment outlook will be Good for dental hygienists and dental therapists (NOC 32111) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about dental hygienists and dental therapists in Alberta:
Approximately 4,550 people work in this occupation.
Dental hygienists and dental therapists mainly work in the following sectors:
Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 67% compared to 80% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 33% compared to 20% for all occupations
25% of dental hygienists and dental therapists work all year, while 75% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 38 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
8% of dental hygienists and dental therapists are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: less than 5% compared to 53% for all occupations
Women: more than 95% compared to 47% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 65% compared to 19% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 25% compared to 21% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 7% compared to 9% for all occupations
ModerateNewfoundland and Labrador
The employment outlook will be Moderate for dental hygienists and dental therapists (NOC 32111) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Many dental clinics hire hygienists directly, rather than post vacancies on job websites, so applicants may improve their prospects by checking with individual clinics.
Here are some key facts about dental hygienists and dental therapists in Newfoundland and Labrador:
Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
Dental hygienists and dental therapists mainly work in the following sectors:
Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 75% compared to 83% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 25% compared to 17% for all occupations
25% of dental hygienists and dental therapists work all year, while 75% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 38 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
17% of dental hygienists and dental therapists are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: less than 5% compared to 51% for all occupations
Women: more than 95% compared to 49% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: n/a
high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 27% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 66% compared to 23% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 19% compared to 14% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 8% compared to 7% for all occupations
ModerateNova Scotia
The employment outlook will be Moderate for dental hygienists and dental therapists (NOC 32111) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
There has been increasing demand for dental services throughout the province, supported by strong growth in population in recent years. Prospects vary across the province: while shortages persist in some communities, others—including the Halifax area—are thought to have a more balanced market for hygienists.
Many dental clinics hire hygienists directly, rather than post vacancies on job websites, so applicants may improve their prospects by checking with individual clinics. The number of jobseekers competing for a position may be greater in Halifax than in smaller communities. Full-time, part-time, and fill-in positions are often all available, increasing the chance that applicants will find a position with their preferred number of hours.
There is growing interest in establishing clinics that specialize in dental hygiene
only
, in addition to their traditional role working with dentists, which could provide a greater number and variety of opportunities in the coming years.
Here are some key facts about dental hygienists and dental therapists in Nova Scotia:
Approximately 600 people work in this occupation.
Dental hygienists and dental therapists mainly work in the following sectors:
Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 80% compared to 82% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 20% compared to 18% for all occupations
36% of dental hygienists and dental therapists work all year, while 64% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 40 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
Less than 5% of dental hygienists and dental therapists are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: less than 5% compared to 51% for all occupations
Women: more than 95% compared to 49% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: n/a
high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 55% compared to 22% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 34% compared to 20% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 11% compared to 10% for all occupations
ModerateQuebec
The employment outlook will be Moderate for dental hygienists and dental therapists (NOC 32111) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about dental hygienists and dental therapists in Quebec:
Approximately 7,850 people work in this occupation.
Dental hygienists and dental therapists mainly work in the following sectors:
Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 88%
Hospitals (NAICS 622): 7%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 84% compared to 82% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 16% compared to 18% for all occupations
38% of dental hygienists and dental therapists work all year, while 62% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 40 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
Less than 5% of dental hygienists and dental therapists are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: less than 5% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: more than 95% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 84% compared to 22% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
ModerateManitoba
The employment outlook will be Moderate for dental hygienists and dental therapists (NOC 32111) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
The demand for this occupation is driven by population growth and an increasing awareness of oral health, along with the new federal dental care plan to improve access.
The province's growing and aging population is expected to increase the demand for geriatric dental care including restorative care and preventative services.
The province does not currently have a dental therapy education program, which has eroded labour supply.
Key trends include artificial intelligence (AI), molecular diagnostics, point of care testing (POCT), and data management through cloud computing.
Here are some key facts about dental hygienists and dental therapists in Manitoba:
Approximately 1,050 people work in this occupation.
Dental hygienists and dental therapists mainly work in the following sectors:
Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 94%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 67% compared to 81% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 33% compared to 19% for all occupations
28% of dental hygienists and dental therapists work all year, while 71% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 39 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
Less than 5% of dental hygienists and dental therapists are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: less than 5% compared to 53% for all occupations
Women: more than 95% compared to 47% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: n/a
high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 70% compared to 17% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 16% compared to 20% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 12% compared to 8% for all occupations
ModerateBritish Columbia
The employment outlook will be Moderate for dental hygienists and dental therapists (NOC 32111) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
As the province has experienced robust population growth in the past couple of years, the Government of British Columbia has invested into expanding health care services around the province. Implementation of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will likely increase demand for this occupation.
As of October 2025, about 2.8 million Canadians have received dental services through the CDCP.
In British Columbia there are about 723,181 approved applicants for the program for benefit year 2025 to 2026 whereas about 232, 807 people have received care in that same period.
Here are some key facts about dental hygienists and dental therapists in British Columbia:
Approximately 5,000 people work in this occupation.
Dental hygienists and dental therapists mainly work in the following sectors:
Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 69% compared to 78% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 31% compared to 22% for all occupations
25% of dental hygienists and dental therapists work all year, while 75% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 38 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
Less than 5% of dental hygienists and dental therapists are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 6% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: 94% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 65% compared to 17% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 24% compared to 22% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 7% compared to 12% for all occupations
UndeterminedNorthwest Territories
An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
UndeterminedNunavut
An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
Source: ESDC Job Bank, 3-year employment outlooks 2025–2027 (released December 2025).
Provinces
Provincial Nominee Programs
A provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points. Most provinces run occupation-targeted draws or in-demand lists, and some accept TEER 4 and 5 occupations that Express Entry does not.
Provincial lists change often, sometimes between draws. We check whether NOC 32111 is being targeted by any province as part of a consultation.
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If your duties fit one of these better, use that code instead.
- 33100 Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
- 32112 Dental technologists and technicians
- 31110 Dentists
- 32110 Denturists
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- 32110 Denturists
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Questions
NOC 32111: common questions
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Classification
Where it sits in NOC 2021
- 3Health occupationsBroad Category
- 32Technical occupations in healthMajor Group
- 321Technical occupations in health (except practitioners of natural healing)Sub-major Group
- 3211Technical occupations in dental health careMinor Group
- 32111Dental hygienists and dental therapists
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0, Job Bank wages (2025), Job Bank outlooks 2025–2027 and IRCC. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Checked 21 October 2026.
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