Job prospects Licensed Dental Therapist near Saint John (NB)

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Dental hygienists and dental therapists near Saint John (NB). There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Dental hygienists and dental therapists (NOC 32111) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Population growth will support demand for dental hygienists and dental therapists.
• The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) has come into effect for certain segments of the population and this has increased the demand for dental professionals.
• In order to practice, Dental hygienists and dental therapists must have at least a degree in dental hygiene and be licensed to practice dental hygiene in New Brunswick. Opportunities may be more readily available to those who have acquired local anaesthesia and/or self-initiation designations. The latter permits dental hygienists to offer their services in various practice settings without the supervision of a member of the NB Dental Society.

Here are some key facts about Dental hygienists and dental therapists in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Dental hygienists and dental therapists mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): more than 95%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology