NOC 3222 – Dental hygienists and dental therapists

In Canada immigration application, the National Occupational Classification (NOC) code 3222 is for Dental hygienists and dental therapists job titles.

NOC skill type/level: Skill Level B

Employment requirements

• Dental hygienists are required to complete a college program ranging from one to three years, or other approved program in dental hygiene recognized by the governing board within the province or territory of residence.
• Dental therapists are required to complete a two- to three- year college diploma or equivalent credentials from an approved dental institution or complete the dental therapy diploma program offered by the First Nations University of Canada in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.
• Licensing by the appropriate provincial or territorial regulatory body is required for dental hygienists.
• Licensure is required for dental therapists in Newfoundland and Labrador, Saskatchewan, the Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.

List of Job Titles for NOC 3222 – Dental hygienists and dental therapists

• community dental hygienist
• dental hygiene technician
• dental hygienist
• dental hygienist technician
• dental nurse
• dental therapist
• expanded duty dental hygienist
• expanded duty dental nurse
• licensed dental therapist
• orthodontic hygienist
• periodontal hygienist
• registered dental hygienist
• registered dental therapist