Full List of Healthcare and Social Services Occupations for Targeted Express Entry Draws in 2025
2025-06-05 | Abroad Pathway Immigration | Leave a Comment
As part of Canada's ongoing efforts to fill critical labor shortages in healthcare and social services, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues to conduct category-based Express Entry draws in 2025. These targeted draws prioritize skilled professionals with recent work experience in high-demand occupations, offering them a streamlined pathway to Canadian permanent residence
If you are a healthcare or social services professional considering immigration to Canada, this list is essential for understanding whether your occupation qualifies under the category-based Express Entry draws in 2025.
Eligibility for Healthcare and Social Services Draws
To be eligible for these draws, candidates must meet the following basic criteria:
- Have at least 6 months of continuous work experience in the last 3 years in one of the listed occupations.
- Submit an active Express Entry profile under one of the federal immigration programs (FSW, CEC, or FST).
- Meet the minimum CRS score cut-off, which varies with each draw.
Full List of Eligible Occupations (NOC 2021 Codes)
Here is the official list of 37 eligible occupations under the Healthcare and Social Services category for Express Entry draws in 2025:
Healthcare Occupations:
- 30010 – Managers in health care
- 31100 – Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
- 31101 – Specialists in surgery
- 31102 – General practitioners and family physicians
- 31103 – Veterinarians
- 31110 – Dentists
- 31111 – Optometrists
- 31112 – Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
- 31120 – Pharmacists
- 31121 – Dietitians and nutritionists
- 31200 – Psychologists
- 31201 – Chiropractors
- 31202 – Physiotherapists
- 31203 – Occupational therapists
- 31204 – Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
- 31209 – Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
- 31300 – Nurse practitioners
- 31301 – Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
- 31302 – Licensed practical nurses
- 31303 – Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
- 32100 – Medical laboratory technologists
- 32101 – Medical laboratory technicians and pathologists' assistants
- 32102 – Medical radiation technologists
- 32103 – Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
- 32104 – Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians
- 32109 – Other medical technologists and technicians
- 32110 – Paramedical occupations
- 32111 – Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
- 32112 – Massage therapists
- 32120 – Practitioners of natural healing
- 32121 – Licensed dental assistants
- 32122 – Dental hygienists and dental therapists
- 32123 – Dental technologists, technicians and laboratory assistants
- 34100 – Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
- 34101 – Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
- 34102 – Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations
- 42201 – Social and community service workers
Want to Apply Under This Category?
If your job falls under any of the NOC codes listed above, you may be eligible for a priority Express Entry invitation. At Abroad Pathway Immigration, we help healthcare and social service professionals successfully apply for Canadian permanent residency through Express Entry.
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Choosing the right immigration partner can make all the difference in your Canada PR journey. At Abroad Pathway Immigration, we bring over a decade of proven expertise in helping skilled professionals, especially in healthcare and social services, successfully navigate the complex Express Entry system. Our dedicated team offers personalized support, from CRS score assessment to documentation and submission, ensuring your application stands out. With a high success rate, transparent processes, and a commitment to your goals, Abroad Pathway Immigration is your trusted guide to turning your Canadian dream into reality.
