Exploring National Occupational Classification and Taxonomy Updates
Discover the process of revising the National Occupational Classification (NOC), including the joint efforts of ESDC and Statistics Canada, continuous updates, and the upcoming launch of a Collaborative Platform. Learn about the skills and competencies taxonomy associated with the NOC and how stakeholders can contribute to keeping the information accurate and current.
- Occupational classification
- Taxonomy updates
- Labour market information
- Skills taxonomy
- Collaborative platform
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National Occupational Classification and Taxonomy Presentation by Labour Market Information Directorate Fall 2018
Revision Strategy The NOC is reviewed jointly by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and Statistics Canada. The objective of any revision is to ensure that the information of the NOC is accurate and current. Research for NOC analysts involves (but is not limited to): Reviewing issues and classifying in order of priority; Conducting qualitative and quantitative research (including big data strategy) to provide a broad Canadian description of an occupation and; Discussion forum through Collaborative Workspace; Targeted consultations (e.g. professional associations, sectoral representatives); and Review comments and requests from different stakeholders .
National Occupational Classification updates are made at various frequencies Continuous Updates Updates (Minor changes) Revisions (Major changes) In response to employers who need real-time updates to support hiring efforts, employment requirements can also be updated on an ongoing basis for job postings on the national Job Bank. Type of changes: Type of changes: add new job titles to current groups. add, delete or move occupations to different groups. o o modify content (e.g. review main duties to reflect labour market evolution). o change the hierarchical classification structure. o Job Bank allows businesses and job seekers to suggest new job requirements. Historically, occurs on a 5 year cycle in accordance with the Canadian Census. Occurs every ten years. The next revision is scheduled for 2021. In response to feedback from users, ESDC and Statistics Canada have agreed to an annual update.
New Collaborative platform In the winter of 2019, our Department will launch a new Collaborative Platform. With this web-based platform, collaborators will be able to propose changes to the NOC and other labour market information products more easily. The platform will allow users to: Work closely with government and industry professionals Propose changes to various LMI products Compare data Participate in discussion forums Download and share documents Access and search through various databases
Skills and Competencies Taxonomy Work Context Work Activities Tools & Technology Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2011 Agriculture, agriculture operations and related sciences Skills Abilities Personal Attributes Interests Holland/ RIASEC Essential Skills (includes Digital) Information Input Work Values Cognitive Realistic Investigative Artistic Social Enterprising Conventional e.g. Physical Demands Interacting with Others Adaptability/ Flexibility, Attention to Detail, Cooperation, Creativity / Originality / Innovation, Dependability, Independence, Initiative, Judgment, Leadership, Self- Awareness, etc. Descriptors and descriptor subcategories to be defined Physical Analytical Natural resources and conservation Environmental Conditions Mental Processes Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI) Technical Architecture and related services Psychomotor Structural Job Characteristics Work Output Communication, journalism and related programs Resource Management Directive Innovative Methodical Objective Social Sensory Interpersonal Relations Service/Care Provision Personal and culinary services Interpersonal Etc. 5 Employment and Social Development Canada (September 5th, 2018)
