Occupational therapists

# Occupational therapists (NOC 31203) ## Overview Develop and carry out individually designed programs of activity to maintain, improve or restore physical or mental functioning, or to facilitate learning and development, in clients whose functional abilities are threatened or impaired by physical injury or illness, mental illness, developmental disability, psychological or emotional disorder, or aging. ## TEER Category This occupation falls under TEER 1, which requires a university degree (bachelor's, master's or doctorate). ## Immigration Eligibility Occupations in TEER 1 are eligible for Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs. ## Key Requirements - Education: University degree (Bachelor, Master, or PhD) - Experience: 1-2 years of professional experience - Language: CLB 7 or higher recommended for Express Entry ## Related Immigration Programs - Federal Skilled Worker Program (if TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3) - Canadian Experience Class - Provincial Nominee Programs - Atlantic Immigration Program ## Next Steps 1. Assess your eligibility using our free assessment tool 2. Prepare required documents 3. Improve language test scores if needed 4. Apply through Express Entry or PNP [Get Free Assessment](/assessment)