TEER System
The TEER system is a new way of classifying occupations in Canada. It stands for Training, Education, Experience, and Responsibilities. The TEER system was introduced in 2021 and replaced the old NOC system.
| TEER | Occupation Types | Examples |
| TEER 0 | Management occupations | Advertising, marketing and public relations managers Financial managers |
| TEER 1 | Occupations that usually require a university degree | Financial advisors Software engineers |
| TEER 2 | Occupations that usually require
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Computer network and web technicians Medical laboratory technologists |
| TEER 3 | Occupations that usually require
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Bakers Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants |
| TEER 4 | Occupations that usually require
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Home child care providers Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers |
| TEER 5 | Occupations that usually need short-term work demonstration and no formal education | Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourers Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors |
The TEER system is used by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to assess the eligibility of international students for permanent residency. Under the TEER system, occupations are classified into six categories:
To be eligible for permanent residency under the Express Entry system, international students must have at least one year of skilled work experience in an occupation that is classified in TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3.