College and other vocational instructors in Edmonton

The employment outlook will be Moderate for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Demand for this occupation is influenced by population growth, student enrollment, provincial government funding, and revenue from international student fees. Federal government reduction in immigration targets may impact population growth and student enrollment.
• Changes to federal study permit targets may also reduce the number of available teaching positions and intensify competition for academic roles.  

Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 4,230 people work in this occupation.
• College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 68%
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%