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    Pharmacist

    NOC 31204 · Dispenses prescription medications, advises patients on drug interactions, and manages medication therapy.

    TEER 1 Express Entry Eligible CRS 420 – 470

    Salary (CAD/yr)

    $95,000 – $140,000

    TEER level

    TEER 1

    University degree required — Express Entry eligible

    CRS impact

    420 – 470

    Healthcare category-based draw

    Top provinces

    Ontario, Alberta

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    Express Entry eligibility

    Pharmacist (NOC 31204) is classified as TEER 1 and is eligible for Canada's Express Entry system. Your work in this NOC counts toward the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC).

    • TEER mapping: TEER 1 — University degree required — Express Entry eligible
    • Best draw category: Healthcare category-based draw
    • CRS impact: Aim for 420 – 470. Recent healthcare draws cleared as low as CRS ~431 (2025-26).

    PR pathways for NOC 31204

    • Express Entry — FSWP
    • Category-based: Healthcare
    • PNP — Ontario (OINP)

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    Study pathways to this NOC

    • PharmD
    • PEBC Bridging Exam for IPGs

    Alternate job titles

    Clinical PharmacistHospital PharmacistRetail PharmacistPharmacy Specialist

    IRCC matches your primary duties — not your job title — to the NOC. If your duties match, alternate titles are accepted.

    FAQ — NOC 31204

    Is NOC 31204 (Pharmacist) eligible for Canada Express Entry?+

    Yes — Pharmacist (NOC 31204) is TEER 1, which qualifies for Express Entry under FSWP, CEC and FSTP where applicable.

    What CRS score do I need for NOC 31204?+

    Aim for CRS 420 – 470 via the Healthcare category-based draw. Recent healthcare draws cleared as low as CRS ~431 (2025-26).

    Which provinces hire Pharmacist?+

    Top hiring provinces: Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia.