NOC 41210: College and other vocational instructors

The employment outlook will be Good for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.

Several positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities may vary depending on the time of the year.

Job opportunities should arise as various levels of government continue to support skills upgrading, sustaining the demand for continuing education programs and vocational training. Job opportunities are less abundant in the summer months for instructors working in educational institutions due to the slowdown in activities in the sector during this period. Contract and part-time work are common.

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Newfoundland and Labrador:

Approximately 1,350 people work in this occupation.

College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:

Community colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s (NAICS 6112): 69%

Hospitals (NAICS 622): 6%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 90% compared to 83% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 10% compared to 17% for all occupations

71% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 28% 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 45 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.

6% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 49% compared to 51% for all occupations

Women: 51% compared to 49% 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 27% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 17% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 23% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 35% compared to 14% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 25% compared to 7% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Good for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in Nunavut for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to several new positions.

Several positions will become available due to retirements.

There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Demand for this occupation is influenced by population growth, student enrollment, provincial government funding, and revenue from international student fees.

In January 2024, the federal government implemented a cap on study permit applications for international students. Declining revenues due to these changes have forced many colleges and universities to cut programs and implement layoffs.

Prospects for this occupation in Nunavut remain good, despite national trends.

The largest employer of college and other vocational instructors in Nunavut is Nunavut Arctic College. Nunavut Arctic College has five campuses and community learning centres in all 25 communities of Nunavut.

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Nunavut:

Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:

Educational services (NAICS 61): 66%

Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 24%

Health care and social services (NAICS 62): 6%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 90% compared to 87% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 10% compared to 13% for all occupations

70% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 30% work only part of the year, compared to 72% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 26% compared to 51% for all occupations

Women: 74% compared to 49% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 9% compared to 37% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 9% compared to 22% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 27% compared to 15% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 18% compared to 10% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 32% compared to 6% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) 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.

Several positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Nova Scotia:

Approximately 2,600 people work in this occupation.

College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:

Community colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s (NAICS 6112): 43%

Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 15%

Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 8%

Social assistance (NAICS 624): 6%

Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 5%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 86% compared to 82% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 14% compared to 18% for all occupations

68% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 32% 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 44 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.

8% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 47% compared to 51% for all occupations

Women: 53% compared to 49% 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: 7% compared to 27% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 9% compared to 12% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 24% compared to 22% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 34% compared to 20% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 24% compared to 10% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.

A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment growth for college and other vocational instructors is dependent on provincial and federal funding for education.

Enrollment has been increasing slightly over the past five years, thanks to a stable youth population, suggesting that demand for instructors will at the least hold ground. Most vacancies will occur through the need to replace retired workers. Exceptions might occur in fields where there has been a clear increase in demand for talent, such as health care and skilled trades. However, some college teaching positions may be impacted by federal policies regarding international students.

The rising demand for continued education might also boost the number of jobs available for post-graduate course instructors.

Job opportunities for instructors working at colleges are less abundant in the summer months due there being fewer courses during this period. Contract and part-time work are common. Formal education and experience in the field of instruction is a requirement, though standards vary significantly.

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in New Brunswick:

Approximately 2,050 people work in this occupation.

College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:

Community colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s (NAICS 6112): 62%

Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 6%

Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 6%

Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 90% compared to 84% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 10% compared to 16% for all occupations

71% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 28% 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 45 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.

Less than 5% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 50% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: 50% 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: 8% compared to 30% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 12% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 30% compared to 23% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 36% compared to 16% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 17% compared to 7% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.

Several positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment in this occupation depends on government investments in education and on the number of students enrolled in college programs and vocational training.

The increase in registrations is mainly due to the volume of students from the school system in Québec, as the contribution of international students is decreasing because of lower intake caps. In addition, the freeze on government investments is forcing CEGEPs to contend with limited financial resources.

The decrease in the positions available in low-skilled jobs and rising youth unemployment could encourage young people to turn to vocational or technical training. These programs are shorter, better adapted to labour market requirements and offer a fast track to employment, which could boost registrations. In addition, the increased importance of on-the-job continuing education could also create new vocational training instructor positions.

Satellite campuses are expanding rapidly, facilitating access to college studies outside of major centers. However, colleges have been facing a shortage of teaching staff in many disciplines, particularly in technical programs where wage competition with the private sector makes it more difficult to recruit and retain qualified staff.

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Quebec:

Approximately 38,350 people work in this occupation.

College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:

Community colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s (NAICS 6112): 56%

Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 14%

Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 7%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 83% compared to 82% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 17% compared to 18% for all occupations

65% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 35% 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 45 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.

9% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 48% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: 52% 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: 6% compared to 19% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 19% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 17% compared to 22% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 30% compared to 17% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 37% compared to 11% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) 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.

Several positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Demand for this occupation is influenced by population growth, student enrollment, provincial government funding, and revenue from international student fees.

A decrease in international students due to a federal study permit targets may impact college revenue leading to program and faculty cuts.

Key trends are hybrid and flexible learning that blends in-person and digital learning. There is a stronger focus on connecting learning to real-world applications.

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Manitoba:

Approximately 3,500 people work in this occupation.

College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:

Community colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s (NAICS 6112): 48%

Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 10%

Hospitals (NAICS 622): 6%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 86% compared to 81% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 14% compared to 19% for all occupations

71% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 28% 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 45 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.

8% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 47% compared to 53% for all occupations

Women: 53% compared to 47% 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: 11% compared to 31% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 12% compared to 12% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 22% compared to 17% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 31% compared to 20% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 22% compared to 8% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.

Several positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Restrictive immigration policy changes at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada are expected to reduce international student enrolments between 2025 and 2027. This decline is leading to revenue shortfalls, budget constraints, and job cuts including an estimated 12,000 job losses across Canada’s postsecondary education sector.

Government investment towards skill upgrade and expanding skilled trades and vocational training will sustain demand for continuing education programs and vocational training.

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Saskatchewan:

Approximately 3,150 people work in this occupation.

College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:

Community colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s (NAICS 6112): 57%

Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 12%

Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 5%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 82% compared to 81% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 18% compared to 19% for all occupations

59% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 41% 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 43 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.

6% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 45% compared to 53% for all occupations

Women: 55% 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: 9% compared to 33% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 15% compared to 15% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 19% compared to 17% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 28% compared to 18% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 27% compared to 7% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.

Several positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Demand for this occupation is influenced by population growth, student enrollment, provincial government funding, and revenue from international student fees. Federal government reduction in immigration targets may impact population growth and student enrollment.

Changes to federal study permit targets may also reduce the number of available teaching positions and intensify competition for academic roles.

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Alberta:

Approximately 12,850 people work in this occupation.

College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:

Community colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s (NAICS 6112): 40%

Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 18%

Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 7%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 83% compared to 80% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 17% compared to 20% for all occupations

65% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 35% 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 44 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.

10% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 47% compared to 53% for all occupations

Women: 53% 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: 9% compared to 28% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 12% compared to 13% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 19% compared to 19% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 28% compared to 21% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 28% compared to 9% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in Northwest Territories for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.

Several positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Demand for this occupation is influenced by population growth, student enrollment, provincial government funding, and revenue from international student fees.

Current national and local trends in postsecondary education are dampening employment prospects for this occupation.

In January 2024, the federal government implemented a cap on study permit applications for international students. Declining revenues due to these changes have forced many colleges and universities to cut programs and implement layoffs.

The largest employer of college and other vocational instructors in the Northwest Territories is Aurora College. Aurora College has campuses in Inuvik, Fort Smith, and Yellowknife. Aurora College offers one B.Sc. degree program in nursing and multiple certificate courses and diploma programs. In 2025, Aurora College announced the closure of 19 community learning centres and the loss of 47 unionized jobs due to ongoing low enrollment.

In 2024, Collège Nordique in Yellowknife became an officially accredited postsecondary institution. It is the only French-language postsecondary institution in the territory. Federal government funding of Collège Nordique dropped by two thirds in 2025, leading to staffing cuts (

CBC News, October 16, 2025

).

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Northwest Territories:

Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:

Educational services (NAICS 61): 66%

Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 24%

Health care and social services (NAICS 62): 6%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 94% compared to 88% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations

74% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 26% work only part of the year, compared to 71% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 42 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.

6% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 7% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 41% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: 59% compared to 48% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 8% compared to 17% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 8% compared to 26% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 15% compared to 12% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 18% compared to 18% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 31% compared to 17% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 21% compared to 9% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Limited for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.

A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Prince Edward Island:

Approximately 500 people work in this occupation.

College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:

Community colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s (NAICS 6112): 75%

Hospitals (NAICS 622): 5%

Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 5%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 92% compared to 84% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 8% compared to 16% for all occupations

53% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 47% 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 42 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.

7% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 41% compared to 51% for all occupations

Women: 59% compared to 49% 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: 8% compared to 28% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 31% compared to 25% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 27% compared to 17% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 26% compared to 8% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Limited for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.

Several positions will become available due to retirements.

What Types of Employers Are Out There?

Just under one-half employed in community colleges

The other schools and instructions sector, which includes establishments such as athletic instruction, fine arts, and language schools, are also key employers

What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

Employment demand is closely linked to student enrolment

College instructors are being impacted by ongoing funding challenges, program suspensions, and layoffs

Public sector investments in retraining and upskilling programs should support demand for individuals in this occupational group, including vocational instructors outside of college settings

What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

For instructors of trades, completion of apprenticeship training and industry or trade certification are required

What Other Information Will I Find Helpful?

Part-time and contract work are common.

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Ontario:

Approximately 46,900 people work in this occupation.

College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:

Community colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s (NAICS 6112): 52%

Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 16%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 70% compared to 81% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 30% compared to 19% for all occupations

57% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 42% 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 43 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.

11% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 47% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: 53% 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: 8% compared to 25% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 8% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 19% compared to 22% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 27% compared to 24% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 39% compared to 13% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Limited for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.

Several positions will become available due to retirements.

There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

In 2024, the Government of Canada implemented caps on the number of international student applications that would be available nationally.

Many colleges and universities in the province have cut programs and laid off staff because of reduced revenue from international students.

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in British Columbia:

Approximately 19,450 people work in this occupation.

College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:

Community colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s (NAICS 6112): 39%

Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 24%

Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 6%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 74% compared to 78% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 26% compared to 22% for all occupations

63% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 37% 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 43 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.

13% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 44% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: 56% 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: 8% compared to 28% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 13% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 16% compared to 17% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 24% compared to 22% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 44% compared to 12% for all occupations