NOC 4151 — Psychologists
It is important that you determine the NOC of your occupation correctly to apply for immigration to Canada. NOC 4151 corresponds to Psychologists
Skill level: A
Psychologists assess and diagnose behavioural, emotional and cognitive disorders, counsel clients, provide therapy, conduct research and apply theory relating to behaviour and mental processes. Psychologists help clients work toward the maintenance and enhancement of psychological, physical, intellectual, emotional, social and interpersonal functioning. Psychologists work in private practice or in clinics, correctional facilities, hospitals, mental health facilities, rehabilitation centres, community service organizations, businesses, schools and universities, and in government and private research agencies.
Job examples:
— behavioural modification psychologist
— behavioural psychologist
— behavioural therapist
— behaviourist
— biopsychologist
— chartered psychologist
— child psychologist
Occupational responsibilities
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Data on annual wage
Number of employed people: ***
Average annual wage: $59461
Number of job openings on Job Bank: ***
| Province | Employment prospects | Min. hourly rate | Average | Max. |
| Canada | $*** | $*** | $*** | |
| British Columbia | *** | $*** | $*** | $*** |
| Alberta | *** | $*** | $*** | $66.63 |
| Saskatchewan | Good | $*** | $*** | $*** |
| Manitoba | *** | $*** | $*** | $*** |
| Ontario | *** | $*** | $*** | $68.68 |
| Quebec | *** | $*** | $*** | $*** |
| New Brunswick | Good | $*** | $*** | $*** |
| Nova Scotia | *** | $*** | $*** | $56.41 |
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Number of permanent residence permits issued by years
| Province | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 |
| Alberta | 10 | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** |
| British Columbia | 20 | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** |
| Quebec | 25 | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** |
| Manitoba | 5 | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** |
| Nova Scotia | 5 | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** |
| Ontario | 60 | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** |
| Saskatchewan | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | |
| Total | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** |
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We have found a demand for this occupation (NOC 4151)! There are 74 immigration programs/information sessions in our database that are accepting or have accepted applicants with this occupation.
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Info sessions / Job fairs (suitable for NOC 4151)
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Immigration Programs (suitable for NOC 4151)
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Immigration Programs Requiring a Job Offer (suitable for NOC 4151)
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| ***kil*** | Prince Edward Island |
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| ***tch*** | Saskatchewan |
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| ***io *** | Ontario |
| ***oba*** | Manitoba |
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| ***run*** | New Brunswick |
Immigration Programs with Past Work Experience in Canada (suitable for NOC 4151)
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Immigration Programs Requiring Graduation from an Educational Institution in Canada (suitable for NOC 4151)
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| ***oba*** | Manitoba |
| ***c E*** | Quebec |
| ***io *** | Ontario |
| ***und*** | Newfoundland and Labrador |
| ***tch*** | Saskatchewan |
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Immigration Programs for Investors (suitable for NOC 4151)
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| *** Bu*** | Yukon Territory |
Comprehensive information about this profession is available only to users with Premium Access.
With Premium Access you get:
- A list of relevant immigration programs with links to their descriptions
- Detailed information about salaries and the profession's demand in various regions of Canada
- Data on licensing requirements and regulatory authorities
- Contacts of Canadian employers who have hired foreign workers